The air date of Days of Our Lives‘ final episode featuring the late actor Drake Hogestyn has been revealed. The actor had become known throughout the years for playing John Black on the series. However, a fan account revealed something unexpected about the news has greatly upset fans.
The Show’s Social Media Confirmed Hogestyn’s Passing
Hogestyn had passed away of pancreatic cancer over the weekend. He was just a day short of his 71st birthday. His passing had been confirmed by the show’s social media accounts this past Saturday.
To audiences, he was arguably best known for his role of John Black on Days of Our Lives. Hogestyn had first appeared on the show in 1986. He also reprised the role in a number of television films and spin-offs, like the limited series, Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem.