'General Hospital' Actress Rena Sofer Reunites with Ex-Husband Sanford Bookstaver in a Heartwarming Ceremony

General Hospital Star Rena Sofer Marries Ex Husband Sanford Bookstaver Again

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General Hospital star Rena Sofer recently celebrated a special milestone by renewing her vows with her husband, Sanford Bookstaver.

"So incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to say 'I Do' once again to my best friend @sbookstaver on what would have been our 21st wedding anniversary!" Sofer, 55, shared on Instagram on Monday, May 20. "Starting this new chapter together in a new state and town is such an exciting adventure for us. But the most thrilling part is embarking on this journey side by side as husband and wife!"

Sofer shared that the time they spent apart for three years was a difficult and necessary part of their journey to rediscover each other. She expressed that the love she feels now is fundamental to her existence, and she cannot picture a moment without holding hands and having their hearts connected.

In her heartfelt message, the actress affectionately declared that her partner is the one true love of her life. She emphasized that their reunion was not a mistake, but rather something she is immensely thankful for. ❤️❤️❤️

Bookstaver, 50, shared in a celebratory Instagram post that he and Sofer have come back stronger than ever. He expressed his gratitude for having a wonderful life with Sofer and feeling like the luckiest man alive to have her by his side. He looks forward to a lifetime of new adventures with her and expressed his love for her.

Several celebrities took to Instagram to send their congratulations and well-wishes to the happy couple. Krysten Ritter commented with love, while Hilarie Burton congratulated them. Denise Richards also shared her happiness for the couple, and Michelle Stafford expressed her joy with red heart emojis.

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Sofer and Bookstaver first got married in 2003. They had their daughter, Avalon, in 2005, but later separated in 2017. However, they reconnected and in April 2019, Sofer shared that they were engaged once again.

On Instagram, Sofer excitedly announced, "What a weekend I’ve had!! HE ASKED ME AGAIN AND I SAID YES!!! @sbookstaver I have spent almost 19 years of my life with you and am so happy to spend the rest of my remaining years on this earth by your side. While I don’t recommend divorce as a marriage counseling tool, it sure worked for us! I love you more than anything!!!!"

Leading up to their big day, Bookstaver expressed his love and admiration for Sofer in a heartfelt Mother’s Day Instagram post. He praised her as the greatest mother, emphasizing how lucky their children are to have her. In a selfie of them together, he wrote, "They are who they are all because of you! I love you more than anything!"

Sofer's real-life wedding closely followed her character's role as mother of the bride on General Hospital. In the show, her character, Lois Cerullo, oversaw her daughter Brook Lynn’s wedding to Chase. The fictional couple exchanged vows in the episode that aired on Thursday, May 16.

Editor's P/S:

The heartwarming story of Rena Sofer and Sanford Bookstaver's renewed vows is a testament to the enduring power of love. After three years of separation, they