On September 18, 1994, a baby girl was born to the Daytime Emmy Award-winning actor and his wife.
It was 28 years ago today general HospitalMaurice Benard (Sonny) and wife Paula welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Kaley Sophia. To celebrate her birthday, I wanted to share a few things the ABC soap actor shared with her fans.
Dad’s mini-me
Benard shared a fun collage that not only gives a glimpse of young Kaley but also highlights how similar they are. “Of course, the one in the middle is my beautiful daughter Kaley … My mom always wanted a daughter, so it’s me dressed as the little girl in the corner.” I thought the photo in the corner was also Kaley.
homecoming
Fast forward to when Kaley attends a school homecoming. With two handsome men by her side, Benard asked her daughter.
big 21st birthday bash
Kaley was surrounded by family and friends who helped her celebrate her 21st big milestone in 2015. “Thanks to all of you, it was worth it. Happy birthday to her, Kayleigh.”
birthday message for dad
The following year, Benard reposted a birthday message from his daughter expressing how much Kaley loves her father. “You weren’t a traditional dad and I love you so much!” She added, “You’re hilarious and always give the best advice. You know how to have fun and grow up. , joked about a past photo that accompanied the post, saying, “I don’t know what’s going on with my face in this photo.” Either way, we think it’s adorable. !
father’s day family portrait
In the family photo below, Kaley, who grew up all left-handed, appeared alongside her siblings and parents. Without it, I don’t know what I would have done.”
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Dr. Oz
In 2016, Kaley accompanied her mother Paulina and sister Cassidy to New York City to record her father’s appearance. doctor oz show They talked about bipolar disorder when Benard’s on-screen Port Charles son Morgan was also diagnosed.
Fun day in New York City
After recording in the studio, Kaley spent the rest of the day in town with her family.
happy 24th birthday
It was a day to celebrate, but the ABC soap star couldn’t be with her firstborn, saying: I can’t believe this is the first time we haven’t been together for her daughter Kaylee’s birthday,” he continued, giving her props for “stepping up so much” and sending her his love. .
graduation
And I could hear a catch in Benard’s voice as he gave a speech following Kaley’s college graduation. I climbed Everest!”
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the bride has arrived
In June 2020, Kaley and husband Carlos tied the knot and her dad officiated the ceremony! It was a privilege,” he said. See for yourself!
happy 26th birthday
When he celebrated Kaley’s 26th birthday later that same year, there was one thing Benard wanted everyone to know. And I will always protect her. ”
“Incredibly smart, beautiful and funny as hell”
Explaining Kaley for 2021, Benard continued:I know this isn’t enough I love you From the bottom of my heart. “
new mom
In 2021, Kaley, now a mom, made her dad so happy to be a grandpa. Benard posted the most adorable video of her singing to her granddaughter Tiana (whom he calls her TT). Kaley’s sister Heather also appeared with her own daughter Eloise.
child psychologist
Just look at that smile when Kaley posed with her dad in February 2022. Benard is particularly fond of this photo, with Kaley saying, “She’s going to be a child psychologist, which means she’ll be in her father’s care!”
family trip to the zoo
And the following month, fans got a peek at Kaley holding a little TT before Grandpa and Aunt Cassidy told her about tigers.
We wish Kaley a happy birthday and hope she has a wonderful day!
See photos of other soap stars with their real-life children in the gallery below.
