Deidre Hall reveals if Ryan Gosling has visited “Days of Our Lives yet”
A Hollywood Star Meets A Soap Legend
In a delightful turn for Days of Our Lives fans, Oscar-nominated actor Ryan Gosling has accepted an invitation to visit the iconic Deidre Hall on the set of Days of Our Lives. Hall, who has portrayed Dr. Marlena Evans for an astonishing 50 years, has long been a touchstone in daytime television—and now, one of Hollywood’s biggest stars is eager to pay tribute in person.
Gosling previously described Hall as his “OG acting inspiration,” crediting her performances, particularly during Marlena’s possession storylines, as a formative influence on his craft.
Deidre Hall Extends The Invitation
Hall first invited Gosling after seeing him gush about Days of Our Lives on the Happy Sad Confused podcast. Gosling praised the show’s demanding production schedule, recalling episodes where Hall navigated complex scenes involving possession and supernatural elements: “Suddenly, everything got supernatural. She was possessed by the devil… It wasn’t Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront. It wasn’t [Robert] De Niro in Taxi Driver. It was you.”
Hall, thrilled by the recognition, shared the podcast clip with the cast and crew. “We played it in the dressing room, and we played it in the makeup room, and we’re just thrilled to be acknowledged and to be so well spoken of,” she said. She added an open invitation for Gosling to experience life on the Days of Our Lives set firsthand.
Gosling Enthusiastically Accepts
Responding via Instagram, Gosling expressed excitement and gratitude: “Deidre Hall, are you kidding me? Yes. This is a very enthusiastic yes to a very cordial invitation to visit you on set. I will be there to thank you in person for being my OG acting inspiration.”
Fans of both Hall and Gosling eagerly anticipate the meeting, which promises a rare and memorable crossover between daytime television legacy and Hollywood stardom.
Reflections On 50 Years As Marlena Evans
In the same interview, Hall reflected on her remarkable five-decade tenure as Dr. Marlena Evans. “It’s just one of those miracles that I get to enjoy. You get a job, you’re an actor, you come to the set, you have no idea—you’ve got a 13-week contract, if they like you. That it’s been 50 years is ridiculous to me.”
Hall expressed gratitude for the show’s longevity and her colleagues: “I still feel this little sense of relief when my key card opens the gate at work, and I get to go in and play with people that I love and enjoy and respect.”
The Legacy Of Days Of Our Lives
Hall’s upcoming encounter with Gosling underscores her enduring influence, not only on fans but on actors across generations. Her portrayal of Marlena—marked by emotional depth, complexity, and fearless commitment—continues to inspire both her co-stars and a new wave of Hollywood talent.
As Gosling prepares to step onto the legendary Salem set, fans can look forward to a historic meeting, celebrating both Hall’s legacy and the ongoing cultural impact of Days of Our Lives.