He is known for his roles in the Ilsa series of films in addition to 30 years of producing and performing musical and comedy revues in Las Vegas.

Maurer began his music career at the age of 14, playing piano at parties which led to him leading bands at weddings and conventions.

He eventually settled down in Los Angeles and spent much of his time working the show rooms in Las Vegas before moving there permanently with wife Dyanne Thorne.

He has also composed several pieces including Jerry Wallace track Mandom, Lovers of the World,[3][4] which he wrote with his brother Mathew [5][6] and hit number one in the Japanese charts, and Pepper's Little People for a TV show in Las Vegas.

Alongside his acting roles on TV and film, Maurer pursued a career in theatre, starring in Las Vegas comedy show Sex Over 40 with wife Dyanne Thorne.