Days of Our Lives Spoilers: HOT—Martha Madison and Eric Martsolf Share Big News About John’s Death
The Days of Our Lives family is coming together for a deeply emotional and meaningful tribute to honor the late Drake Hogestyn, best known for his portrayal of John Black. Following his passing in 2024 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, his legacy continues through a special initiative led by his on-screen children, Martha Madison (Belle Black) and Eric Martsolf (Brady Black).
Martha and Eric have taken on a significant role in organizing the PanCAN PurpleStride Walk, a nationwide event aimed at raising awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer research. This initiative is not just a fundraiser but a heartfelt tribute to Drake, ensuring his impact on and off the screen is never forgotten.
Drake’s portrayal of John Black made him one of Salem’s most beloved characters, and his real-life kindness and generosity left a lasting impression on colleagues and fans alike. Martha and Eric are determined to carry forward his legacy by spearheading fundraising efforts that will help improve research, patient care, and advocacy.
The PurpleStride Walk, set to take place on April 26th in Los Angeles, is part of a broader movement spanning 60 cities nationwide. Fans, survivors, caregivers, and supporters will unite to honor those lost to pancreatic cancer and to fight for a future free from the disease. With a goal of raising $50,000, Martha and Eric encourage everyone to get involved—whether by participating in the walk, making a donation, or spreading awareness.
This event stands as a powerful tribute to Drake’s memory, reinforcing the strength of the Days of Our Lives community in the fight against pancreatic cancer. As Salem mourns the loss of John Black, his legacy of love, strength, and hope lives on.
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 “𝑭𝒂𝒏𝒑𝒂𝒈𝒆 & 𝑾𝒆𝒃𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒆: 𝒇𝙞𝒍𝙢𝒔𝙥𝒐𝙞𝒍𝙚𝒓𝙨.𝙞𝒏𝙛𝒐” 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧-𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐞𝐬.
