Drake Hogestyn - who was best known for playing John Black on US soap Days of Our Lives - has died at the age of 70 after a battle with pancreatic cancer
Drake Hogestyn has died. The Days of Our Lives actor - who played John Black on the soap for 38 years - passed away on 28 September, just one day before his 71st birthday after battling pancreatic cancer. Drake's family, including his wife Victoria and their children Whitney, Alexandra, Rachael, and Ben, released a heartfelt statement on the show's social media platforms to announce the news.
"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 Hogestyn family." Alison Sweeney, who played Sami Brady alongside Drake, paid tribute to him on Instagram, saying: "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."
Kristian Alfonso, who portrays Hope Williams Brady, shared on her Instagram account alongside a collection of photos with Drake: "My hear t..... I'll always remember you as a Loving , Loving father, husband and Dear friend but mostly an incredible , passionate human being , generous and immensely kind , Always ....."
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