Sneak Peek at John Aniston’s Final Episode of ‘Days of Our Lives’ (PHOTOS)
The late John Aniston will be honored by Days of Our Lives when his final appearance as Victor Kiriakis debuts on Monday, December 26 on Peacock. The actor (Jennifer Aniston‘s father) died on November 11 at the age of 89.
The date of his final appearance was confirmed shortly after on November 14. Now, Peacock has shared photos from Aniston’s final Days of Our Lives episode ahead of it airing.
In the December 26 installment, the Horton family gathers in Salem for the holidays and partake in their beloved traditions, including the family and viewer favorite decorating of the Christmas tree with named ornaments. Sarah will mourn the loss of Mackenzie, the kids of the family will honor Abigail in their first Christmas without her, and Will surprises all when he comes home unexpectedly for the holiday.
A promo for the episode confirms there will be a tribute montage to Aniston (“old Saint Vic,” as they call him in the below clip) in the episode. Check out what other soap drama is in store in the video below.
Aniston began on Days of Our Lives in 1970 and has appeared in 2,755 episodes total. When he began, he played Dr. Eric Richards, and then in 1985, he took on the role of Victor Kiriakis, whom he played until his death. He also played Martin Tourneur in the soap Search For Tomorrow from 1978 to 1984. His final episode will mark the conclusion of an over 30-year legacy.
“It is with a heavy heart that we confirm the passing of one of our own — our beloved and legendary cast member and dear friend, John Aniston,” Days executive producer Ken Corday said in a statement following the soap veteran’s death. “It is truly unimaginable to think he won’t be stepping foot on our set again, but it’s comforting to all of us to know that he is at rest and no longer in pain.”
“He, along with our Victor Kiriakis, will forever be in our hearts,” Corday continued. “Our love and support goes out to his family and all those who knew him.”
Check out the photos from Aniston’s final Days appearance below.
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A concerned glance from Victor.
Aniston with Greg Rikaart, who share a funny exchange in the promo above.
“When do we open the gifts?” Rikaart’s Leo Stark sweetly asks. “An hour after we throw you out on your sugar-plum ass,” Vic quips back.
What’s got Victor worried?
Victor is listening intently.
A special event awaits?
Suzanne Rogers‘ Maggie and Victor embrace in the holiday episode.
Victor leans in.
Victor appears to share some wisdom.
A throwback photo of the star, likely from the tribute.
A touching tribute to the Days legend.
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He will be missed by so many. He was a wonderful actor who was one of the greats RIPPING 💔
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I think we all will miss John Aniston's portrayal of the great Victor Kiriakis.
I know Maggie, Sonny, Justin, Xander &
others will miss him. Prayers to Jennifer.
Alot of interesting twists & turns of late on the show, especially love triangles &
Denise of Susan & Ava whom I'll both miss. I kind of like Nicole/EJ, Eric/Sloan,
Chloe/Stefan, Gabby/Li & even Brady & Kristin reunited even if above are not with true loves. Xmas at Hortons was today was wonderful, Xander stuff, Eli, Chad.
And all kids on show of late have been great, especially Rachel. Keep it up Days!
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Will miss him dearly. Also his wonderful & sometimes funny ad libbed one liners.
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C
Yes we will always miss him on there and miss him period... Good guy and funny too... R.I.P John Aniston.... And always I've watch Days of our lives since I was a teenager ......???
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He really will be missed . My heart goes out to his family Days of our lives blessed to have the cast of Days of our lives as a family and his biological family . Rest on Victor
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They are not going to kill him off on the show just yet they will just always have him off camera and never on screen for the time being.
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He will be missed, please find Maggie a new love by Easter or mother day.
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As I watched the last episode today, I am going to miss seeing and hearing this absolutely fabulous actor. He was as handsome in his elderly years as he was in his young years. John Aniston will me terribly missed. Heaven gained another wonderful Angel.
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He will be missed he always made me laugh with his Sarcastic remarks ,I loved victor , (John Anderson) R.I.P , my prayers and thoughts are with you Jennifer
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C
I’ve been watching day’s for over 40 years and a lot has changed since I thought that when Bo died the show will never be the same and then Hope left again the show will never be the same and now Victor…I don’t know how the show will go on those actors build this show and made it what it is I feel that the show that I’ve been loyal to for over 40 years will not be able to survive this lost.
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I knew that this was coming, but it's still so sad. I will tear up when it's on because I loved Victor and had great respect for John Aniston.😪
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Rest in Peace John. You was my favorite actor in all soap operas. No one willl ever replace you. You was one of a kind wish I was your granddaughter. But May the good Lord above keep you safe n us left behind will love you n will always remember you
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