Iconic 'Days of Our Lives' Star, Bill Hayes, Dies at 98: A Fond Farewell to a Soap Opera Legend

"Iconic 'Days of Our Lives' Star, Bill Hayes, Dies at 98: A Fond Farewell to a Soap Opera Legend."

.Bill Hayes is an American actor born on June 5, 1925, in Harvey, Illinois.

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He is best known for his role as Doug Williams on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives," a character he portrayed for over two decades.

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1. Hayes served in the U.S. Navy during World War II before pursuing a career in entertainment.

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In addition to acting, he is a talented singer and musician, having released several albums throughout his career.

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Bill Hayes married his "Days of Our Lives" co-star, Susan Seaforth Hayes, in 1974, and they remain one of the longest-married couples in Hollywood.

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The couple received a joint star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2014 for their contributions to the television industry.

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Before his soap opera success, Hayes appeared in various films and TV shows, including the Western series "Maverick

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He earned a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his role on "Days of Our Lives" in 1975.

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Bill Hayes published his autobiography, "Like Sands Through the Hourglass," in 2005, providing insights into his life and career

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Even in his nineties, Bill Hayes continues to make occasional appearances on "Days of Our Lives," delighting fans with his enduring presence in the soap opera world

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