BIG SAD NEWS!! Saying Goodbye: Emotional Farewell Scenes of Eric Martsolf and Christopher Sean with Drake Hogestyn in The Day John Black Bring Fans to Tears
A hush fell over the set of Days of Our Lives. It wasn’t the usual quiet of a show in between takes. It was something deeper, a sense of solemnity that hung heavy in the air, palpable even to those who hadn’t yet heard the news. This wasn’t just another day on the soap opera set; it was the day a legend said goodbye.
Drake Hogestyn, the man who breathed life into the iconic character of John Black for over three decades, was about to embark on his final scene. He stood before the camera, a stoic figure with a twinkle in his eye that belied the inner battle he was facing.
This is sad news that has devastated the daytime television community. There are new reports that says Days of Our Lives star Drake Hogestyn, who was best known for his role as John Black on the hit Peacock soap, has passed away at the age of 70. Keep reading below for everything you need to know.
Days of Our Lives Stars Pay Tribute To Drake Hogestyn
Per the latest reports, the actor passed away after his battle with pancreatic cancer. His rep says that Drake died peacefully in the company of his loved ones.