Deidre Hall is remembering longtime “Days of Our Lives” co-star Drake Hogestyn following the news of his death at age 70 . Hall and Hogestyn shared the screen together on the soap opera for decades as one of fan’s favorite couples, Marlena Evans and John Black. Hogestyn appeared on the soap opera as recently as Sept.
9, when his last episode aired, according to Soap Opera Digest . Hall’s most recent episode aired in August. Hall mourned the death of her TV husband in a heartwarming tribute sent to Access Hollywood on Oct.
2. “For nearly 4 decades, Marlena Evans and I have loved the same man,” she began in her statement. “Marlena’s John is an iconic hero, unfailingly rescuing her from all matter of villains.
My acting partner was incredibly professional from the moment he entered the studio; flawless in his preparation and ready for any eventuality in any scene.” She complimented Hogestyn for how sweet he was to everyone on the set of “Days of Our Lives.” Hall continued, “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.” She then mentioned his family, including his wife, Victoria, and their four children, Rachael, Ben, Whitney and Alexandra. “Having said that, we always knew that his two greatest loves were his family and the Yankees,” she added.
“Victoria and their children were truly the center of his life. Drake is dearly loved by e.