The fan favorite had a milestone to celebrate Friday, appearing in her 5,000th episode.
That makes her the longest-running soap actress ever.
I would like to propose a toast, John Black tells his wife.
Deidre Hall as Marlena Evans and Drake Hogestyn as John Black on ‘Days of Our Lives’Peacock
To you, doc.
What an incredible career youve had and continue to have.
Youve provided so much care and comfort to people in need.
So, heres to you, Dr. Marlena Evans.
You are a true legend.
With that, he kisses his imaginary wife.
She quips, Maybe 5,000 isnt such a crazy number at all.
That included her first appearance in June 1976.
Hall spoke to KTLA reporter Sam Rubin about her 5,000 shows.
