News of Drake Hogestyn’s passing hit the soap world (and beyond) hard, especially for his Days of our Lives family. He spent decades on the show forming close bonds and being a great father to his TV children on and off the screen. Recently, Eric Martsolf and Christopher Sean sat down to pay tribute to the man they loved with their whole hearts.

Eric Martsolf & Sean Christopher Honor Drake Hogestyn

During a segment with Access Hollywood, the men opened up about working with Drake Hogestyn. The John Black actor deeply touched their lives and made a lasting impact. During the interview, they talked about Hogestyn’s final months and filming their final scenes with their TV dad. Scenes they had no idea were the end.

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Grab your tissues for this emotional video posted by the publication. Both Martsolf and Sean were teary-eyed as they remembered their precious moments with the legendary star. It’s clear their adoration is eternal and they will hold him in their hearts for the rest of their lives.