Hogestyn’s final “Days of Our Lives” appearance aired in September 2024, weeks before his death. He portrayed John from 1986-2009 and again from 2011-2024.

Hogestyn joined “Days of Our Lives” in 1986. He appeared on the hit soap opera for 38 years and filmed more than 4,200 episodes.

“Days of Our Lives” has a new cast member. Conner Floyd, who is best known for playing Phillip “Chance” Chancellor IV on “The Young and the Restless,” is set to take over as Chad ...