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Key Points Peter Reckell celebrates :Days of Our Lives’" 60th anniversary with a heartfelt message. Fans express disappointment over Bo and Hope's absence from the milestone episode. Reckell remains grateful for his legacy and close connection with the show's community. Days of Our Lives legend Peter Reckell is celebrating the show’s 60th anniversary with a heartfelt message. The actor has played Bo Brady on the hit Peacock soap on and off for over 40 years. Despite Reckell not being one of the many vets returning to Days of Our Lives for the milestone episode, he still honored the show’s major moment. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Peter Reckell’s Days of Our Lives Message Earns Response From Co-Star “Congratulations to all that have worked to create DOOL for all these years! I’m so proud and fortunate to have been part of the Day’s family! A huge Thanks to the audience who’s dedication has made this 60 years possible. CHEERS 🎉,” the actor wrote on X. Oops! We’re unable to load this content right now. View directly on 𝕏 Reckell’s message caught the attention of his former co-star Eric Martsolf (Brady), who gave Reckell the props he so deserved. “Coming from the gentleman who has been so instrumental to the show’s foundation. Cheers to you, friend.🥃 @peterreckell,” Martsolf wrote. If that wasn’t enough, Reckell, being the gem of a man that he is, had some words for Martsolf. “Great to hear from ya! Looks like your music is keeping you guys busy. One of these days I might show up at one of your shows when you least expect it.😎,” he expressed. Oops! We’re unable to load this content right now. View directly on 𝕏 Reckell is referring to The Day Players Band, which Martsolf is in with his fellow co-stars Wally Kurth (Justin), Carson Boatman (Johnny), and Brandon Barash (Jake/Stefan). The guys travel the country playing cover songs. Days of Our Lives Fans React to Peter Reckell’s 60th Anniversary Message There’s no question that Reckell’s message was sweet. However, it did get some fans riled up in light of Bo and Hope (Kristian Alfonso) being left out of the mix. “You and Kristian Alphonso should have been included in this event. I am deeply saddened you both weren’t in attendance,” shared one fan. One fan expressed, “I wish you and Kristian were part of the 60th Anniversary.” Related: ‘Wheel of Fortune’s Maggie Sajak Teams up With ‘Days of Our Lives’ Stars To Announce Major News A different fan insisted, “I’m very disappointed that you and Kristan were not invited back for those 60th anniversary episodes, Bo and Hope are such a big part of that history of the show.” “PR, you are ever the diplomat, plus being so gracious, but we miss you, dammit, we want #Bope back home in Salem where they belong!!!” declared a fan. “Congratulations to you, Kristian and all the actors/writers who made us love DAYS for so long. Longing to see Bo again; disappointed the show did not bring Bo/Hope back for the 60th,” said another fan. One fan stated, “We are very thankful for you!!! While we are very disappointed not to see you and Kristian during this celebration, please know your fans love Bo Brady, #bope and have appreciated all of your hard work over the past 42 years!! 🩷🩷🩷.” Hope and Bo left their mark on Days of Our Lives, and fans will never forget them. Reckell, for his part, is forever grateful for the legacy he was given because of the show. Days of Our Lives airs weekdays on Peacock.
