Days of Our Lives star Drake Hogestyn has passed away at the age of 70.

Drake Hogestyn, a famous actor who portrayed John Black in the American soap opera Days of our Lives 38 years ago, he passed away.

Per People magazine, the 70-year-old actor succumbed to pancreatic cancer on September 28, 2024, and died a day before his 71st birthday.

A statement was shared by the famous soap opera on behalf of the late actor’s family which read: “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Drake Hogestyn. His life was thrown on a curve when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, but he met the challenge with incredible strength and determination. After putting up an incredible fight, he passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones.”

“He was the most amazing husband, father, dad and actor. He loved performing for ‘Days’ audiences and sharing the stage with the greatest cast, crew and production team in the business. We love him and will miss him all at Days of our Life”, the announcement concludes.

Moving on, the actor’s co-stars from Drool he also took social media and articulated their thoughts in his memory.

Ginny Francis wrote on X (Twitter), saying: “So sad to hear of the passing of Drake Hogestyn. 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.”

Writing on Instagram, Alison Sweeney acknowledged his greatness, calling him an “incredible man” and adding, “He was funny, generous and thoughtful. He was interested in every scene, every person. He loved Days, the fans and shared that Passion with everyone on set, my heart breaks for him, he was a huge part of my life at Days.

Another of Hogestyn’s co-stars, Christopher Sean, who played John Paul’s illegitimate son Narita on the soap opera, posted a snap of himself from the show and expressed his “love” for the late actor.

He stated, “I will always love you. You were more than my father on TV, in my eyes you were my dad. Thank you for everything you taught me and the love you gave me. The world has lost a true hero. Miss and Se i love you so much, drake, daddy.

It is pertinent to mention that the Production The star is survived by his wife Victoria Post, to whom he was married for 37 years, and their four children.