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Sadly, several beloved actors have eitherpassed awayor retired from the series altogether.

However, some of the show’s earliest co-stars are still running strong on the program.

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Keep reading to see what the original cast of “Days of Our Lives” looks like today.

Hall made her debut in 1976 as the psychiatrist in the show’s town of Salem.

Since then, she has become a serious fan favorite, amassing a huge fanbase.

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A Beauty Book" and “Deidre Hall’s Kitchen Closeup.”

Hall is also the mother to two babies via surrogate.

In 1973, the actress joined the show alongside other original cast members.

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In a 2021 interview withSoaps, the actress revealed the real reason she was absent from “Days.”

She eventually recovered and (thankfully!)

is back performing on the show alongside her co-stars.

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“I put the pressure on myself.

I am definitely looking forward to working with Petey.”

Hogestyn’s personal life was filled with just as much love.

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He married his childhood girlfriend, Victoria, and started a family in California.

The couple share four children: Ben, Whitney, Alexandra, and Rachael.

“I love playing Sami but no, full-time is not the plan for me …

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I produce and develop content for Hallmark, and for other streaming services.

I love getting to do my own projects.”

“Boy, we have been blessed!

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How many couples do not?”

In the scene, his character is reunited with his one true love.

Great acting skills aside, the 71-year-old is also a great dad.

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Playing love interests and working together on one series for decades can definitely have that impact on you.

For his birthday, Evans posted atribute to Nichols on Instagram, sending all her love and best wishes.

“You are one of the true loves of my life.

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35 years of friendship … how lucky are we!

Have a great day and remember the best is yet to come,” she wrote.

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