Sonny Corinthos may be heading into one of his most intense chapters yet, but there could be a tiny four-legged return waiting in the wings. Maurice Benard has seemingly teased the return of Fizz, Sonny’s beloved Pomeranian, giving General Hospital fans one unexpectedly adorable reason to keep watching.
During a social media video posted on August 27, 2026, Benard praised the soap’s current storylines and the talented cast around him. Then, while listing the actors he has been working with, he casually added one name that immediately stood out: Fizz.
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Maurice Benard Teases Fizz’s Return to General Hospital
Benard’s video was primarily about the material currently unfolding on General Hospital, with the actor expressing genuine excitement about the direction of Sonny’s story and the work happening behind the scenes.
“The last couple of weeks have been just… intense, deep, real,” he said.
The longtime Sonny actor also praised Executive Producer Frank Valentini, Co-Head Writer Elizabeth Korte and the show’s writing team, explaining why strong storytelling makes such a difference for performers.
“As an actor, you’re only as good as your story and your writing.”
Benard then began naming several of the performers involved in the upcoming drama, including Steve Burton as Jason, Laura Wright as Carly, Maura West as Ava, Rick Hearst as Ric, Nazneen Contractor as Justine and Giovanni Mazza as Gio.
Then came the surprise.
After naming his human co-stars, Benard paused and added, with a chuckle:
“Fizz.”
Yes, he meant Sonny’s Pomeranian.
And that seemingly tiny moment could be a pretty big clue for viewers who have been wondering where the adorable pup has gone.
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Who Is Fizz and Why Did the General Hospital Dog Disappear?
Fizz first appeared in General Hospital in December 2025 as part of an animal-rescue storyline involving Emma, played by Braedyn Bruner, and Gio, played by Giovanni Mazza.
The Pomeranian was among the animals rescued from Professor Dalton’s unethical testing laboratory. Daniel Goddard plays Dalton, whose storyline brought Fizz and the other animals into the orbit of several Port Charles characters.
Then, in February 2026, Sonny rescued Fizz, turning the little dog into an affectionate addition to his family.
Fizz has only appeared a handful of times, but the character quickly became memorable. The Pomeranian offered a softer side to Sonny, whose world is usually packed with danger, conflict and complicated relationships.
That makes Benard’s latest mention particularly interesting. Fizz has been off-screen for several months, but the actor’s decision to include the dog while discussing upcoming General Hospital material strongly suggests that viewers could soon see Sonny’s furry companion again.
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Sonny Corinthos’ Story Is Getting More Intense
Fizz’s possible return comes at an especially interesting point for Sonny and Jason.
Benard has made it clear that he is enjoying the latest material, describing the recent weeks as meaningful and emotionally intense. He also emphasized that his praise for the show was genuine rather than something he was being paid to say.
“This has been a good couple of weeks,” he said.
The actor then joked that he had not been paid for the video and described his enthusiasm as coming “from the heart.”
That excitement comes as Sonny and Jason move away from the mob, marking a major shift for two characters whose histories have been closely connected to organized crime for years. Their changing direction creates plenty of possibilities for future storylines, while relationships involving Carly, Ava, Ric, Justine and Gio continue to develop.
And somewhere in the middle of all that drama, Fizz could be making his way back into Sonny’s life.
| Detail | Officially Reported Information |
| Fizz’s first appearance | December 2025 |
| Fizz’s storyline | Rescued from Professor Dalton’s testing laboratory |
| Sonny rescues Fizz | February 2026 |
| Maurice Benard’s tease | August 27, 2026 |
| Character | Sonny Corinthos’ Pomeranian |
| Likely significance | Possible return to upcoming General Hospital storylines |
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What Fizz’s Return Could Mean for Sonny on General Hospital
There is no official announcement from ABC revealing exactly when Fizz will appear or what role the dog will have in the upcoming storyline. Still, Benard naming Fizz alongside his fellow cast members is difficult to overlook.
It could simply have been a playful shout-out. But given that Benard was discussing the actors and material he has recently been working on, the mention also appears to point toward Fizz being involved in upcoming scenes.
That would give Sonny’s increasingly serious storyline a welcome dose of warmth.
Since Fizz became part of Sonny’s family after being rescued, the dog has represented a much gentler side of the character. Bringing the Pomeranian back could therefore offer viewers some lighter moments while Sonny navigates major changes in his life.
For now, fans will have to wait for General Hospital to reveal exactly what comes next. But Maurice Benard may have already given away the cutest part of Sonny’s upcoming story.
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Disclaimer
This article is based on information reported by Soap Opera Digest, Maurice Benard’s official August 27, 2026 social media video referenced in that coverage, and related reporting from Closer Weekly, along with official General Hospital promotional and social media materials. The timing and specific circumstances of Fizz’s potential return have not been publicly detailed by ABC and may change as the storyline develops. Any interpretation regarding future story events beyond the information publicly revealed is presented as speculation.
Sources
- Soap Opera Digest — General Hospital: Maurice Benard Teases the Return of a Fan Favorite
- Maurice Benard’s official Instagram video (August 27, 2026) (referenced in Soap Opera Digest coverage)
- Closer Weekly and related coverage of Maurice Benard’s August 27, 2026 social media video
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