An object of special attention for fans on Sunday was Deidre Hall, who plays the serial killer, Dr. Evans.

She is very close friends with fellow actors Anthony Geary, Wally Kurth, and Deidre Hall.

Deidre Hall (Marlena Evans, Days of our Lives)

To make do with the new restrictions, executive producer Ken Corday was forced to fire Deidre Hall and Drake Hogestyn.

Deidre Hall has won many awards for her portrayal of Marlena.

Drake Hogestyn and Deidre Hall, aka John and "Doc," have nearly 12,000 Days appearances between them over the past 32 years.

She is the twin of fellow soap actress, Deidre Hall.

Hattie was also played by Deidre Hall in one appearance after the character's final surgery.

Debbie Harry, Deidre Hall and Glenn Frey also appear during this story arc.

Confirmed on November 17, 2008, Drake, along with his long-time co-star, Deidre Hall, were let go from Days of our Lives due to budget cuts.