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Days of Our Lives star Drake Hogestyn was remembered Saturday by fellow daytime drama actors as an “incredible man” who “cared about every single scene.”
Hogestyn, who died at the age of 70 from pancreatic cancer, was described as “wonderful and kind man” whose commitment to DOOL was just as important as its fans. Hogestyn, who played the beloved John Black, first joined the NBC sudser in 1986 and continued with it once it moved from NBC to Peacock.
He and Deidre Hall (Marlena Evans) were one of daytime drama’s super couples that kept fans coming back day after day to DOOL. As his family said Saturday in a statement, “He loved performing for the Days audience and sharing the stage with the greatest cast, crew, and production team in the business.”
Among those paying tribute Saturday from DOOL cast as Alison Sweeney (Sami Brady), his former DOOL castmate who remembers the “passion” he had for “everyone on set.”
Drake was an incredible man. He was funny, generous and thoughtful. He cared about every single scene, every person. He loved Days, the fans, and shared that passion with everyone on set. My heart breaks for his family, they meant everything to him. He was such a huge part of my… pic.twitter.com/RAzQOH5GrI
— Alison Sweeney (@Ali_Sweeney) September 29, 2024We shared much over the years John Tony & Andre. Great stories were told. To his family, to Deidre & Days so sorry for ur great loss. We will remember him well even though our hearts bleed. Drake thank you & May this next journey be one of great enlightenment. RIP pic.twitter.com/DNgWC2RUIB
— Thaao Penghlis (@ThaaoPenghlis) September 29, 2024So sad to hear of Drake Hogestyn’s passing. Such a wonderful and kind man. It was a pleasure to work with him. I always loved how much he loved his wife and children.
— Genie Francis (@GenieFrancis) September 29, 2024My deepest condolences to Drake Hogestyn's family, friends and fans. What a lovely, lovely gracious man.
— Nancy Lee Grahn (@NancyLeeGrahn) September 29, 2024I’m so saddened by this news. One of the kindest people I have ever worked with. What an amazing life he lived. He will be missed. He made the world a better place. RIP Drake 🙏🏻 https://t.co/TeLoImpM2w
— Kassie DePaiva (@KassieDePaiva) September 29, 2024He was such a beautiful man. Always made me feel welcomed and part of the family. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and those who’s lives he touched ♥️ https://t.co/kK9tUwhh64
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