‘Days of Our Lives’ star, Gerg Vaughan (Eric Brady) shocked fans when he announced his temporary exit from the show. Fans wondered why he would leave the show after playing his role for more than ten years. The actor, has however, revealed why he took that leave.
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The actor recently took to Twitter to disclose the reason for his temporary recast. He told fans that he had tested positive for COVID, so the producers had to make a quick decision.
Producers invited actor Jason Gerhardt to quickly step into the role of Eric, and he will appear in four to five episodes. Soap lovers have fond memories of Gerg and Jason’s time together on General Hospital.
Jason played the role of Cooper Barret from 2007 to 2008, while Gerg played Lucky Spencer from 2003 to 2009. The actors’ chemistry on ‘General Hospital’ adds an extra layer of excitement to this temporary recast on DOOL. Reports say that the recast happened more than three months ago, so the episodes have been filmed in advance.
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Fans who have been worried about Gerg Vaughan’s health can now put their minds at rest. He is fine now and he is ready to reclaim his role as Eric Brady on DOOL.
As for his storyline on the show, DOOL spoilers tease some juicy twists and turns that involves unexpected pregnancies and dramatic DNA test results.
Fans are wondering what Eric’s fate will be with all this drama happening. Will he eventually find happiness despite the chaos? Nicole is the woman he wants to be with, but she is with EJ because Sloan swapped Eric’s DNA test result.
Now, Sloan is pregnant for Eric, and we all know that Nicole is carrying Eric’s baby and not EJ’s. We can’t help but wonder how Eric will handle two women carrying his babies.
