Days of Our Lives Star Drake Hogestyn’s Cause of Death Revealed

More information has come to light following the death of actor Drake Hogestyn. 

The Days of Our Lives star died on Sept. 28 at 70 years old, one day short of his 71st birthday. Now, his official cause of death has been shared.

The soap star—who appeared in over 4,000 episodes of the NBC series since making his debut in 1986—died as a result of pancreatic cancer and other contributing factors, including vomiting, dehydration and whole body toxicity, according to a death certificate obtained by People. 

Drake’s family released a statement on the Days of Our Lives X account the day of his death, sharing news of his passing “with heavy hearts.”

“He was thrown the curve ball of his life when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer,” his relatives said, “but he faced the challenge with incredible strength and determination. After putting up an unbelievable fight, he passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones.”