Is Emily O’Brien Saying Goodbye to Days of Our Lives After Playing 2 Characters Across 5 Years? Find Out

As a dedicated fan and admirer of Emily O’Brien’s captivating performances, I must say her journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From gracing our screens as Jana Hawkes on The Young and the Restless to her recent stint as Theresa Donovan on Days of Our Lives, Emily’s career trajectory is a testament to her versatility and talent.


Emily O’Brien, aged 39, renowned for portraying dual roles in the long-running soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” has chosen to bid farewell to the beloved series following a five-year tenure.

According to Entertainment Weekly’s report, the actress confided in Soap Opera Digest about her departure from the show. She admitted to feeling emotional as she bid farewell to her co-stars and faced the cameras. Furthermore, she conveyed to everyone how fortunate she felt in the situation.

During her reminiscing about her role in the renowned series, the actress disclosed that initially, she wasn’t intended to stay on the show for as extended a period as it turned out. She had never envisioned returning to daytime television again.

For those who might not know, Emily was once part of the cast for the soap opera The Young and the Restless, where she played Jana Hawkes from 2006 to 2011. Nearly ten years after that, she became a member of the Days of Our Lives ensemble.

During her interview, the star of Bad Batch discussed taking on two roles in the beloved series. Initially, she played Gwen Rizczech before departing as a character and later stepped into the shoes of Theresa Donovan, replacing actress Jen Lilley who had portrayed the role from 1990 to 2013 as a regular in the series.

In her discussion with the media, she expressed that not only did she get to play an extraordinary role, but she also had the opportunity to portray two such remarkable roles.

As a devoted follower, I can share that delving into the role of Theresa led me to develop a profound affection for this character – her personality and the social sphere she inhabits.

Actress from “The Dangerous Matrimony” also showed appreciation towards the show’s creators, as they placed faith in her ability to bring both characters to life. This year, she was nominated for an Emmy for her portrayal of Gwen, according to Entertainment Weekly.

Starring in a widely recognized TV series undoubtedly boosted her visibility and broadened her professional path. This series debuted back in 1965, making it one of the longest-running daytime dramas on television.

In addition to the current role, she has also appeared in various productions such as Pernicious, Restoration, Love, Death & Robots, Dangerous Matrimony, The Young And The Restless, Bad Batch, The Sea Beast, Constantine: City of Dreams, and video games like Death Stranding, The Elder Scrolls Online, and Guardians of The Galaxy: The Telltale Series.

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2024-08-09 18:08