“Days of Our Lives” fans have been watchingDrake Hogestynon the long-running NBC soap opera for decades.

However, when the real Roman returned to Salem, things got messy.

John’s past has always been a mystery to viewers.

Drake Hogestyn smiles for a photo

He and his wife, Marlena, have been each other’s rocks for decades.

Together,John and Marlenahave cemented their place as one of soap opera history’s most beloved super couples.

Things have certainly changed for John over the years.

Drake Hogestyn and Deidre Hall at an event.

He’s been married and divorced and has even welcomed children.

The actor made a full recovery and then returned to work on “DOOL” when he could.

John’s previously dark hair had gone completely gray.

“I’ve got some grown kids on the show.

I think there should be a demarcation.

In reality, I’m looking kind of down the line here at life’s cycles.

However, fans don’t seem to mind one bit.