Actress Deidre Hall has now confirmed the future of her character, Marlena Evans, on Days of Our Lives after the death of her husband, John. Understandably, Marlena is struggling with the grief of it all, and writers are looking forward to developing her arc. However, they are not rushing her to move on with someone new yet. This raises the question of whether she will leave the show.

Deidre Hall talks about Marlena’s life after John on Days of Our Lives

Deidre Hall acknowledged how difficult this chapter is for Marlena after John’s death on Days of Our Lives. At the same time, Marlena is also coping with a mysterious medical issue. She said, “It’s a hard one. You can’t replace John. You can’t replace that love story.” (via Soap Central)

That sense of respect is shaping the writers’ choices on the show right now. They do not want to push her toward a new person. In short, this means that there is not going to be a romantic retreat anytime soon, which makes it a relatable storyline.

Hall’s comments confirm Marlena is not leaving Days of Our Lives yet

Deidre Hall then talked about what is next for Marlena after John’s death on Days of Our Lives. The series will feature her dealing with other parts of her life. Even as she faces a health scare and continues to mourn, viewers will see her with family and in her medical practice. Hall stated, “She still has a life.”

This statement seems to confirm that Days of Our Lives plans to keep Marlena on screen even after John is no longer there. She will be seen treating patients and supporting her family while processing grief. The writers do not plan to move her into a new romantic story this early.

Marlena has been in Salem for a long time. She has been through marriages and heartbreaks, while dramatic twists have kept her character compelling. She arrived on screen in 1976. This legacy, which the writers aim to honor, keeps her current path delicate.