Is Greg Vaughan leaving Days of Our Lives? Rumor explored

From the time since Days of Our Lives started in 1965 on NBC, it has kept its fans entertained. It has continued to gain widespread popularity after switching to Peacock. The soap opera has shown plots of love triangles, family feuds, love, and hatred. Among its many beloved characters, one is Eric Brady, who is the son of the super couple - Roman Brady and Marlena Evans.

Actor Greg Vaughan has portrayed Eric Brady on and off since 2012. The character was first introduced in 1986 and was played by Edward Palma. Then, the role was taken over by Bradley Hallock from 1986 to 1992, followed by Jensen Ackles between 1997 and 2000.

The speculations about Greg Vaughan leaving Days of Our Lives have been swirling around but there is no official confirmation from the show or the actor about the possible exit. The recent developments and rumors hint that Vaughan might exit the show alongside co-actor, Ari Zucker. The fans are eagerly waiting for clarity on the speculations.

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Days of Our Lives: Rumors about Greg Vaughan leaving the show

One of the reasons that has led to these rumors about Greg's character Eric Brady leaving Days of Our Lives is his involvement in a recent plot revolving around switched babies.

This plot can be used perfectly to give a farewell to Greg, alongside Ari Zucker who plays Nicole Walker. Zucker is also going to depart from the show very soon. Fans are also speculating that both the actors might bid adieu together.

As the current storyline suggests, Eric and Nicole might agree to leave Salem city to avoid the custody battles for Jude against Sloan and Melinda. As it is revealed that Eric is Jude's father, Nicole, and Eric can leave the city together to start a new life with their son.

His departure will affect his parents, Marlena and Roman, who might not be ready to let him go. It will also affect his friends Jada and Sloan.

Greg Vaughan has received positive feedback for his role as Eric. He is specifically appreciated for his performances in the emotional storylines. One of the instances is when Eric discovers that he is the father of Jude and not E.J.

The uncertainty about Eric’s character on Days of Our Lives is looming. However, in an interview with Soap Opera Digest in June 2024, the main writer of the show, Ron Carlivati, hinted that the Baby Switch storyline is far from over.

Amidst these rumors, it is important to look back at Greg’s journey on the show. The actor has left and returned to the show before as well. This could mean that even if he leaves the show this time, he might come back later. However, it can only be confirmed after the makers or the actors make an official announcement about his potential exit.

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More about Greg Vaughan

James Gregory Vaughan Jr. is an American actor and a former fashion model. Greg was born on June 15, 1973. He started his career modeling for top designers like Giorgio Armani, Gianni Versace, and Ralph Lauren.

However, his passion for acting led him to Los Angeles. He has appeared in shows like Baywatch and Beverly Hills, 90210. He got a breakthrough in daytime television with his role as Diego Guittierez on CBS’s The Young and The Restless from 2002 to 2003.

He continued his journey in soap operas by portraying Lucky Spencer on General Hospital from 2003 to 2009. After that, he joined Days of Our Lives in 2012 as Eric Brady.

Apart from his roles in daytime television shows, he has also worked in the Oprah Winfrey Network drama series Queen Sugar as Detective Calvin.

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Fans can watch the new episodes of Days of Our Lives on Peacock.