Get ready for an intriguing twist on Days of Our Lives. The phrase “Who’s the daddy?” is about to take on a whole new meaning for pregnant Nicole. In a surprising turn of events, the Eric she’s familiar with will be replaced by a different Eric. Greg Vaughan, who has played Eric, is bidding farewell to Salem, and a familiar face from General Hospital is stepping in.

Jason Gerhardt, known to daytime viewers as Cooper Barrett from General Hospital between 2007 and 2008, will be temporarily taking over the role of broody Eric Brady this month. Vaughan couldn’t be present for the scenes being filmed due to his unavailability during this point in the filming cycle. (Longtime Days of Our Lives fans are aware that the show films several months in advance before airing.)

Vaughan confirmed his replacement on August 3 via Twitter, revealing that he had tested positive for Covid and the decision was made to continue with the production. He expressed gratitude to the “incredible” casting director Marnie Saitta for bringing on his “old friend and castmate” Gerhardt.

Unfortunately, I tested Positive for Covid & TPTD had to keep moving forward & thanks to our incredible #marniesaitta casting; my old friend / Castmate Jason Gerhart stepped in that week for 4/5 shows 👊🏼 talk more on @Soaphub_Ent 8/17 tune in ❤️ https://t.co/l9HAYGYWBm

— Greg Vaughan (@greg_vaughan) August 3, 2023

Ready for a seamless transition as Jason Gerhardt steps into the shoes of Eric Brady in “Days of Our Lives.” While fans will surely miss Greg Vaughan during his brief on-screen break, Jason Gerhardt brings a wealth of experience to the role. His soap opera background, including his role as Cooper Barrett on “General Hospital,” is just the beginning. Gerhardt’s talent has also graced primetime dramas like “Mistresses,” “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” “NCIS,” “Chicago Med,” and even various films.

Interestingly, Gerhardt’s connection with “Days of Our Lives” runs deeper than his current portrayal of Eric Brady. Reportedly, he was in talks to join the soap opera back in 2015, although those plans didn’t materialize at the time. Now, with his swift appearance on the show, one can’t help but wonder if he might return in a different role down the line.

For avid soap opera enthusiasts, recasts are nothing new, and adapting to new actors portraying beloved characters is part of the experience. In Eric’s case, Greg Vaughan was himself a recast for the character, who was previously played by Jensen Ackles. While Vaughan’s absence won’t be prolonged, the intrigue lies in observing how Gerhardt infuses his own take into the character of Eric Brady during his time on screen. Rest assured, the essence of the character is in capable hands.

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