Days Of Our Lives Spoilers: Does John Black’s Trip To Greece Mean Drake Hogestyn Is Leaving DOOL?

Days Of Our Lives spoilers and rumors tease the latest plot twist involving John Black has left viewers questioning Drake Hogestyn’s potential departure from the soap opera. Continue reading to uncover the truth behind the rumors.

Days Of Our Lives Spoilers  – John Black Leaves Salem?

This week, John Black (Drake Hogestyn) and Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols) faced off against Konstantin Meleounis (John Kapelos) in a thrilling showdown.

The intense encounter concluded with Steve getting shot and Konstantin meeting his demise via Xander Kiriakis (Paul Telfer), the true Kiriakis heir.

While John is typically the story’s hero, there was a moment when he teetered on the edge of evil as the Pawn-however, he swiftly regained his composure,

Then he dropped a bombshell on Marlena (Deidre Hall) about the Pawn programming not entirely being gone and now, he is embarking on a journey to Greece in search of closure.

John Black’s journey on the soap opera has been filled with complexity; from being a mercenary to a priest to a thief, he has undergone numerous transformations over the years.

DOOL Spoilers – Could This Departure Be His Most Permanent One Yet?

The emergence of rumors surrounding his departure from the show is not unprecedented; back in 2009, the cherished characters John Black and Marlena Evans, made an unexpected exit from the show.

This decision marked the end of a significant era for the soap opera, as it had heavily relied on the enduring appeal of this beloved supercouple.

Nonetheless, the fan favorites eventually made a comeback, reintegrating their characters into the show’s storyline, where they have remained ever since.

And he’s not the first actor to take a break, if indeed he is-Stephen Nichols was gone for a couple or more years before his most recent return as Steve Johnson.

Days Of Our Lives Spoilers – Drake Hogestyn Could Just Be Slowing Down

One also has to consider that the actor is getting older, and perhaps he’s just slowing down a bit-although there are several DOOL actors in that baby boomer age range.

If the actor is truly departing from the show permanently, it could signify a significant shift for the series and create an irreplaceable void.

No official statement has been made regarding Drake Hogestyn’s future on the show; nevertheless, there is optimism that he may not be leaving for good.

Monsters & Critics highlights his involvement in the soap’s commemoration of its 15,000th episode, which also serves as a tribute to the late actor Bill Hayes.

Hayes was known for his portrayal of Doug Williams for more than five decades, passing away in early 2024.

Be sure to catch up on everything happening with DOOL right now.