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Longtime Days of Our Lives star Bill Hayes, who has played Doug Williams on the soap since 1970, has passed away at the age of 98.

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Bill Hayes has been on "Days of Our Lives" for 53 years - an experience that introduced him to his wife. He shared a special message for his anniversary.

Bill Hayes, a legend of daytime TV and longtime star of "Days of Our Lives," has died at age 98.

Bill Hayes, a longtime star of 'Days of Our Lives,' died Jan. 12 at age 98.

Bill Hayes, a long time cast member on 'Days of Our Lives,' has died at 98, PEOPLE can confirm.

As debonair Doug Williams, Days of our Lives actor Bill Hayes has taken part in a few memorable weddings over the years! Now, Hayes has officiated the real-life ceremony of a couple very near and dear to his heart.

'Days of Our Lives' spinoff 'Beyond Salem' casts Christie Clark, Austin Peck and other veterans of the soap opera.