Days Of Our Lives Spoilers: Late-Night Host John Oliver Cast In Surprise Role

Days of Our Lives spoilers and updates reveal late-night host John Oliver has been cast in a surprise role!

Let’s talk about how Oliver begged to join the NBC Peacock soap, and how they accepted his request.

The NBC Peacock Soap Is A Beloved Part Of TV History

Days of Our Lives is a beloved part of TV history; the soap has been on air for over 60 years, starting on NBC for 57 years before moving to Peacock, and  consistently attracts a large audience.

Recently, a trend of celebrity cameos on soap operas led a late-night host to request a role on Days, which the show accepted, casting them in a special part.

In the early 1990s, Days of Our Lives gained new fans with its wild possession storyline, where Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) was possessed by the devil.

Deidre Hall received acclaim for her role and celebrates 50 years on the show this month.

The daytime drama is honoring her by counting down Marlena’s top 5 storylines.

Ryan Gosling And Stephen A. Smith Are Soap Fans, And So Is John Oliver

Even movie star Ryan Gosling is a fan of Days of Our Lives.

He went viral this year for praising the show, prompting Deirdre Hall to invite him to the set, which he accepted; he might even film a cameo while there.

Sports personality Stephen B. Smith has a recurring role on General Hospital as Brick, a security guard for mob boss Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard).

The ESPN host has also considered running for President, inspiring a late-night talk show host to ask a soap opera for a special role.

Last Week Tonight has been on HBO since 2014, hosted by John Oliver.

John Oliver Asked To Join A Daytime Soap In March

In a March episode, he expressed a desire to join a daytime soap opera.

“To all the soap operas, I’m offering myself. Write me a role, and I’ll be there in a flash,” he stated.

However, he wanted more than just a brief appearance; “I don’t want to play myself- I want a character with a silly name.

I want something exciting-like murder, slapping, or being a long-lost relative-and I’d love a dramatic close-up.

I promise to give my all to this role,” he shared about his ideal part.

The Soap Took Notice

It seems Days of Our Lives took notice, and contacted Oliver.

The Daily Mail reported that John Oliver is in discussions for a surprising role, though details and an airdate are not yet available.

Another source mentioned he declined an “emotional” role at General Hospital, preferring something more “fun.”

Days of Our Lives has a history of a character who was fun and had a silly name-remember Calliope Jones, played by the late Arleen Sorkin?

Maybe John Oliver’s character will be related to her!

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