For nearly 4 decades, Marlena Evans and I have loved the same man.
He was gracious and kind to everyone, from the executive staff to the night crew.
Drake loved what he did and adored and respected everyone with whom he did it.
Deidre Hall as Marlena Evans and Drake Hogestyn as John Black on ‘Days of Our Lives’Peacock
Having said that, we always knew that his two greatest loves were his family and the Yankees.
Victoria and their children were truly the center of his life.
Drake is dearly loved by everyone who ever knew him and he will be missed beyond measure.
We will continue, as he always encouraged us, to swing for the fences.
His long-running romance with Halls Marlena left an indelible mark on daytime TV.
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The actors final episode ofDOOLaired on September 9.
His final scenes with Hall streamed on September 5.
