Days of our Lives fans have suffered another heartbreaking loss. Actress Peggy McCay, who portrayed Caroline Brady on the soap opera for decades, has passed away at the age of 90.
According to a report by TVLine, Peggy McCay died from natural causes on Sunday night, just two weeks after her former co-star and TV husband, Frank Parker, who played the role of Grandpa Shawn Brady, died.
Peggy McCay dead at age 90
Peggy’s longtime co-star, Deidre Hall, who plays the fan favorite character of Marlena Evans on Days of our Lives, took to Facebook to confirm the news and share her sentiments about the late actress.
“Our dearest Peggy McCay has left us. She was a friend, an activist and a real scrapper! I remember meeting her at the bedside of a dear, very ill friend. I backed her up as she ferociously took on doctors and nurses to make sure he had the very best care. She fought that hard for all her causes. Passionate and tireless. And how she loved being Caroline!”
Stephen Nichols, who has played the role of Steve “Patch” Johnson on Days of our Lives off and on for years, also took to social media to pay tribute to Peggy McCay.
“The last time I saw you, you talked about how eager you were to get back to work,” he wrote. “You said it with such conviction and longing. Don’t worry, you gave the world plenty. Gave your audiences inspired performances and your fellow actors your strength and inspiration and absolute love of the work. I will miss you sweet, Peggy. I am so grateful for the time I had with you .Sending love to your loved ones. Rest In Peace,” the actor wrote via his Instagram account.
I just heard the news that #PeggyMccay has passed. She was like a real grandmother to me, a mentor, a great source of encouragement, and she was so hilariously fierce. You are deeply missed Peggy! #RIPGrandmaCaroline 💔#Days pic.twitter.com/EPZh7yt1Tf
— Jen Lilley (@jen_lilley) October 10, 2018
The Days of Our Lives star will be forever missed
Peggy McCay portrayed Caroline Brady on Days of our Lives for more than 30 years, and she will be missed by fans all over the world. Her passing marked the loss of a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. She portrayed the character of Caroline Brady with grace and talent, endearing herself to both fans and colleagues. Her contribution to the world of television was significant. McCay’s death at the age of 90 was a moment of reflection and remembrance for those who admired her work in the world of daytime drama. Fans will continue to mourn the loss of the television icon as well as her beloved soap opera character for years to come.
