Days Of Our Lives
DAYS OF OUR LIVES: John Black Returns in Pivotal Moment, Setting Him Up to Be A Hero One Final Time to Honor Drake Hogestyn
From the looks of the cliffhanger of the Thursday, May 22nd episode of Days of our Lives, the character of John Black, played by the late Drake Hogestyn, is set to go out a hero saving the life of Bo Brady (Peter Reckell) and others, if it comes to pass how the series has foreshadowed the story.
Dr, Russell (Michael Dietz), Steve (Stephen Nichols) and Shawn (Brandon Beemer) locate the meth lab where they hope to find Versavix which is what was used in the drug that Dr. Russell was creating that could also save the life of Bo Brady who is dying of sepsis. Steve and Shawn previously told the doctor, they’ll get the drug back for him if he lets them take a dose for Bo and if things take turn, he will not be implicated.
Things become dire as Shawn receives a call from Hope (Kristian Alfonso) that they are bringing in the priest to administer the last rites to Bo. At that moment, Steve advises Shawn to go and he will deal with this, but Shawn insists he can’t give up, he has to save his dad.
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Suddenly, a black cloaked figure in a hoodie comes into the scene (we see him from behind). Steve starts laughing and is overjoyed and fist bumps the guy and says out loud to Shawn, “I told you I had an idea!” A confused Dr. Russell asks who that is and Steve says, “Let me introduce you to John Black. You can always count on him to save the day.” Suddenly, the voice of John says in his signature saying, “That’s a fact.”
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Drake Hogestyn passed away back on September 28, 2024, just one day shy of his 71st birthday from his battle with pancreatic cancer. Since DAYS tapes nine months ahead, we are finally getting to the conclusion of John’s sendoff, which will ultimately be killing off the character, followed by the upcoming memorial episodes in Drake’s honor.
A meth lab is known for its explosions and with Bo’s life on the line and John’s decision to help his friend Steve first, before heading back to see his wife Marlena and his children, it can only set up a heartbreaking conclusion to the beloved character.
So, how did you feel about the end of yesterday’s DAYS? Do you think it’s only appropriate that John Black goes out a hero saving others? Comment below.
Yes I thought the ending was magnificent John went out doing what he loved to do helping others being a hero. I will miss his character..RIP Drake Hogestyn (aka John Black)
I loved the show today. I loved the flashbacks and the emotions of Bo’s family. However I do not see why Hope went to that lab when she was supposed to be in Europe with Bo. Regardless, Bo and Hope are the greatest and I look forward to seeing more of them
Bo and Hope flew back to Salem…they just didn’t show it or really talk about it
The storyline today was awesome. So glad they are finally setting John’s final scenes. Very glad to hear that Bo and Hope are coming back.
How can I watch it? Who streams it? TIA
A fitting tribute to a legend…God bless him. This was a phenomenal tribute to a Days legend.
Hopefully the John Black send off episode score big ratings for Peacock streaming service that could and might score Days Of Our Lives a new multi-year renewal, possibly through 2028. Hopefully we might see more fan favorite characters and performers who brought those characters to life, and some new stories and characters to help shape the DOOL canvas.
I would like for John to be replaced the fire would have disfigured him so bring in someone else!
But noone can replace the way he spoke, the tilt of his head, and the humor he brought to the show. Someone like John needs to be laid to rest. Let his memory be untarnished.
Exactly…Drake Hogestyn was an amazing actor and it’s a fitting, respectable tribute. His character John has to die, it’s inconceivable to see or hear anyone but Drake.
Where is Bo? I thought he was in another country. During Fridays episode Hope leaves Bo’s hospital room and goes to the Meth lab. What hospital is he in?
They said several times that Bo was in a hospital somewhere in Europe. So apparently Hope got access to a Starfleet transporter and was able to beam herself & Shawn back and forth from Salem instantly.
He is in Salem Hospital
Yes John deserves the glory! Let him be the hero. So sad that he will be gone from Days.
So sad he passed. To ironic him &Wayne Northrop both passed around the same time & both played Roman Brady. Loe them both RIP TO THE BOTH OF YOU .⚘️⚘️♥️♥️
Absolutely, the best way to honor him and for him to b able to go out doing what he did best- Helping others!!!!
The episode was fabulous I am so happy that Bo and Hope are back. I stopped watching the show when they left. I had their wedding on VH video until my fiancée recorded over it. That’s why we never made it to the altar. Anyone who knew me knew how I felt about my Bo and Hope. So thank you writer for bringing them back. I will forever be grateful!!! I will definitely miss Mr. Jonn Black. R.I.P(Drake Hogestyn)Love You!!
I love Bo and Hope, bring them back permanent.
Oh yes Drake deserves the best
I agree that John has been a handsome, charming hero for all these years. I just can’t agree that he would destroy himself. He would have found some way to save them without removing his chance to see Marlena one more time.
So since it went off of the regular TV channel I have not been able to watch it. 35 years watching it to nothing. I got rid of my cable because it was almost $300 a month and I only watch maybe 10 channels. I went to the antenna and get my local channels and about 35 other channels. So I had to switch soaps and now I watch GH because it still comes on the regular channels.
They shouldn’t write John out of Days just because he died in real life. They should replace John with another character. Now what is Marlena going to do? Are they going to write her off as well or have her back with Roman I hope not or Steve Patch I hope not. Maybe they will after this Bo rescue
Rumor has it Marlena hooks up with Maggie, then Julie is added to create a love triangle.
I thought because John was Burnt his character would carry on as someone else playing his part John black will be missed
That’s what I think keep his character alive
Drake was the best and he deserves a hero’s send off. He is sadly missed and his character will live on in our hearts. John Black is the character that he took and ran with over the years trying to find his true identity. R.I.P. Drake. C u on the other side
How can he save anyone if he dies in an explosion? It’s impossible!!
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Al Calderon Reflects on ‘Major Chapters’ Coming to an End on ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘Brilliant Minds’
It’s been a bittersweet time for Al Calderon. The talented actor/singer/songwriter has watched from his vantage point to roles he loved so much come to their conclusion for different reasons.
In a heartfelt message posted to his Instagram story on Saturday, Calderon took a moment to share how grateful he was for the opportunity to play Javi Hernandez on Days of Our Lives, and nurse Nico Silva this year on NBC’s second season of Brilliant Minds. Currently, Brilliant Minds has two more episodes that will air on June 24 and the series finale on July 1.
Calderon expressed, “As I sit here reflecting on this lovely Saturday afternoon over the last two years of my life, I have two major chapters closing that have been part of my life every day for the last two years. We have Brilliant Minds. Our last episodes are wrapping up, and then my last scenes aired yesterday as me as Javi on Days of Our Lives.
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“I’m just unbelievably grateful for the chance and the opportunity to be a part of something so much larger than me,” continued Al. “I (will) love Days of Our Lives forever, my family. Thank you for supporting me and supporting my decision to take the leap of faith and believe in myself and, and tell other stories. You know, it’s never goodbye. It’s always ‘see you later’ to me and just leaving with love and leading with love.”
Al concluded with a special mention to some very important people, the fans: “Thank you to the fans and the support from everyone, the lovely messages. So this next chapter, hopefully it’s not a dragon, hopefully it’s a gold coin.”
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Calderon’s journey on-screen on Days of Our Lives began in October of 2024 and concluded this month. In one of his last appearances Javi was asking a favor from Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) before bumping into his ex, Leo (Greg Rikaart). In story, Javi has a new romance with Gus (Michael Ocampo), while fighting his feelings for Leo. The role of Javi will be played starting on June 30 by Jacob Martinez who takes over the role.
NBC decided to cancel the Brilliant Minds, after it split up the airing of its second season which began in the fall of September of 2025 and the back-half started airing after a long break this past May. Calderon joined the medical drama staring Zachary Quinto for the new season, which sadly was its last.
So, will you miss Al on Days of Our Lives and Brilliant Minds as his time on-screen has come to an end? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Next week, Days of Our Lives welcomes back fan favorites Colton Little (Andrew Donovan) and Christopher Sean (Paul Narita) when they reprise their roles for an upcoming special episode which contains Deidre Hall’s 50th anniversary as Marlena Evans.
Circle Monday, June 22 when the married couple comes back to Salem. Paul is the son of Marlena’s beloved and late husband, John Black (Drake Hogestyn). Andrew is the son of iconic couple Shane Donovan (Charles Shaughnessy) and Kimberly Brady (Patsy Pease).
According to the official Days of Our Lives spoilers for the week of June 22-26, Andrew scolds Cat (AnnaLynne McCord). Let’s remember Andrew is ISA. Meanwhile while Marlena thinks back on her fifty years in Salem, Paul arrives back in town.
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ANDREW AND PAUL
Christopher Sean began playing Paul Narita back in 2014. He has come and gone from the show over the last decade. He was last on-screen back in November of 2025, when Paul arrived back in Salem for the dedication of the Tom Horton Free Clinic as part of the Days of Our Lives 60th anniversary celebration.
Colton Little, first began playing the all grown-up Andrew Donovan in 2022 on the Peacock limited series, Beyond Salem: Chapter 2. Little eventually moved to the mothership and Days of Our Lives in 2023. He was last seen on the soap opera back in March of this year in scenes with Peter Porte (Dimitri Von Leuschner) and Greg Rikaart (Leo Stark).
In story, Andrew and Paul tied the knot in front of family and friends on June 24, 2025, which followed the heartbreaking funeral of Paul’s father, John Black, who had passed away several weeks earlier from injuries sustained in an explosion.
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Michael Fairman TV also confirmed the romance exclusively of Colton Little with former General Hospital actor, Adrian Anchondo (ex-Marco Rios) at the end of December of 2025.
Anchondo shared at that time, “I reached out to him (Colton) when I got the job on GH. We knew of each other through mutual friends; so I knew of him for a long time. I started asking Colton about what his experience was like on soaps and asked about SAG health insurance, etc. We met up one night and were hooked from then on.”
So, are you excited to see Andrew and Paul back on your screens? Share your thoughts and if you would like to see them stay longer in Salem in the future, with a story all of their own via the comment section. But first, check out the just released promo for the action on Days of Our Lives entitled “Conspiracy” below featuring Christopher and Colton.
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GH and DAYS Alum Brandon Barash and Wife Isabella Welcome Son ‘Sebastian’ Into the World
Congratulations are in order for General Hospital and Days of Our Lives favorite Brandon Barash (ex-Johnny and ex-Stefan/Jake, respectively) and his wife, Isabella Devoto Barash, who welcomed their newborn son, Sebastian Antonio Barash back on June 5.
For the first time his Sebastian’s birth the couple is posting and beaming with pride at the new addition to the family. This is Brandon and Isabella’s second child and second son together following the birth of Joaquin Lee Barash back in September of 2023. Barash is also the father of Harper Rose Barash from his previous marriage to General Hospital star, Kirsten Storms (Maxie) who is now 12-years-old and big sister to do younger brothers!
In his heartfelt post on Instagram accompanied by several photos of his growing family, Brandon expressed, “The heart is indeed a muscle, and boy, can it stretch. We welcomed our newest addition Sebastian Antonio Barash (Antonio after Isa’s dad) on 6.5.26. Lil Seba, I vow to love you with undying ferocity and without condition. As for our new family of five, we have all already evolved for the better as we rise like the lotus through the muck of sleepless nights, soul-tingling baby whimpers, and yes, poopy diapers. These babies teach us a clinic on love…all we need to do is saddle up, be still, and take em in. Isabella Barash, you’re my hero. Thank you for the gift of your love. House is full, hearts fuller.”
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BRANDON’S BUDDIES CONGRATULATE HIM ON WELCOMING NEW SON
Several of Brandon’s former co-stars have already jumped in the commenting thread including, Rob Scott Wilson (Alex, DAYS) “Congrats my brotha!!,” Dan Feuerriegel (EJ, DAYD) and Eric Martsolf (Brady, DAYS), with whom Brandon appears with in the Day Players Band and more.
Back in April of this year, Brandon was granted an emergency restraining order against his ex-wife, Kirsten Storms claiming that the GH favorite was exhibiting concerning behavior and he feared for the well-being of their daughter, Harper. They each now live separate lives in Tennessee.
We send our well-wishes to Brandon, Isabella and their new son, Sebastian as they build their burgeoning family unit.
Take a look at Brandon and Isabella’s new little bundle of joy in the snaps below.
Now, share your congratulations to Brandon and Isabella via the comment section!
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