Fan favorite Kristian Alfonso made a poignant return to Peacock’s ‘Days of Our Lives’ to pay tribute to the late Bill Hayes, who portrayed Doug Williams on the soap opera. Alfonso, whose character Hope Brady was the daughter of Hayes’ Doug, filmed a heartfelt episode that will air on November 29.
Alfonso shared her emotions upon returning to ‘Days of Our Lives,’ saying, “My return is very bittersweet, because it is the end of an era with Bill gone.” Despite the sadness surrounding Hayes’ passing, Alfonso expressed her gratitude for being invited back to honor the legendary actor.
Alfonso recalled her special bond with Hayes, particularly during their scenes together. “He was very loving, very welcoming,” she said. “Doing the scenes with Bill, I felt like I was with my dad because there was so much warmth and reality.”
Alfonso’s history with ‘Days of Our Lives’ spans several decades, beginning in 1983 and continuing until her departure in 2020. She briefly reprised her role in 2022 for the Peacock spin-off ‘Beyond Salem.’ Alfonso expressed her eternal gratitude to the show and its fans for her long-running experience.
The return of Kristian Alfonso for this special tribute to Bill Hayes promises to be a poignant and moving moment for ‘Days of Our Lives’ viewers, marking the end of an era and celebrating the legacy of a beloved character.
