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Drake Hogestyn, ‘Days of Our Lives’ Veteran Who Played John Black, Dies at 70


'Days of Our Lives' actor Drake Hogestyn, who played John Black for 38 years, has died due to pancreatic cancer.

Drake Hogestyn, who played John Black on “ Days of Our Lives ” for 38 years, has died due to pancreatic cancer. He was thrown the curve ball of his life when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, but he faced the challenge with incredible strength and determination,” reads the statement. Kassie DePaiva, who played Eve on “Days of Our Lives,” paid tribute to Hogestyn on social media, writing on X, “I’m so saddened by this news.

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