Drake Hogestyn, Longtime Days of Our Lives Star...

Drake Hogestyn, the beloved Days of Our Lives actor who played John Black for 38 years, has died

Published Time: 29.09.2024 - 07:31:05 Modified Time: 29.09.2024 - 07:31:05

Drake Hogestyn, the beloved Days of Our Lives actor who played John Black for 38 years, has died. He was 70.

The popular soap opera shared a statement from the actor's family on social media.

“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Drake Hogestyn," it reads. "He was thrown the curve ball of his life when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, but he faced the challenge with incredible strength and determination. After putting up an unbelievable figh -

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t, he passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones."

The statement continues: "He was the most amazing husband, father, papa and actor. He loved performing for the ‘Days’ audience and sharing the stage with the greatest cast, crew, and production team in the business. We love him and we will miss him all the Days of our Lives.”

The message was signed, "The Hogestyn family."

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