Los Angeles, CA – On May 5, 2016, Drake Hogestyn (who plays John Black on long-running soap opera Days of Our Lives) was injured on set at NBC Universal’s Burbank Studios while filming. The incident occurred when Drake was directed to perform a stunt which required him to “break” through a prop door. The set had not been properly prepared and the fake door had not been installed at the time of the incident. Drake ran full speed towards the door as the script required and smashed headfirst into a solid door, suffering severe head injuries.
Drake was hospitalized but is currently recovering at his Malibu home under the care and supervision of his doctors. Drake, his wife Victoria, and the Hogestyn family, appreciate all the good wishes, prayers and positive thoughts from so many loyal fans, but ask that their privacy be respected at this time. Drake’s goal is to get back to the show as soon as possible.
Mr. Hogestyn is represented by Suzelle M. Smith and Jessica C. Gregg with the Los Angeles, CA. law firm of Howarth & Smith (www.howarth-smith.com); Telephone: 213.955.9400.