Jim Reynolds at Dingell V.A. - Photo: Brian Lipchik
The show's James Reynolds ("Abe Carver"), a former U.S. Marine, war veteran and national spokesperson for the Veterans Association calls the experience "extremely important,. Especially on Veteran’s Day it is important that we take the time to honor those who have volunteered to serve, many who were very young and have committed their lives to this country. So, for us to take a few moments to visit these men and women, and tell them how much we honor their service and understand our obligation to help them, was the least we could do.”
Nadia Bjorlin ("Chloe Lane"), Shawn Christian ("Dr. Daniel Jonas") and Bryan Dattilo ("Lucas Roberts") were also on hand to meet and visit with the residents and staff at the community living wing of the hospital.
Starting with the visit to the Dingell V.A. Hospital on Veterans Day, cast members participated in Veteran’s Day celebrations at the Detroit Piston’s game, toured The Motown Museum and enjoyed a performance by the city’s own youth ambassadors, Mosaic Singers. The cast spent half a day at Genesis House III, the Detroit Rescue Mission shelter, helping unload food donations, distributing scarves and books and providing the residents with bedroom "makeovers."
Friday, November 13th culminates an almost week long series of events designed to connect the show’s cast and staff with the Detroit community and audience. The stars of "Days of our Lives" will be at the MGM Grand/Detroit to host a fan and talent search from 9am-7pm. Fans and aspiring actors alike are encouraged to come take part in this first ever fan and talent search in Detroit. The biggest “Days” fan will win a trip to Hollywood, California with a visit to the “Days of our Lives” set. Promising actors will have the chance to win a role on the award-winning show.
NBC’s “Days of our Lives” celebrates its 44th year on the air this month and has already garnered numerous Emmy Awards and nominations, as well as multiple “Soap Opera Digest” and “People’s Choice” Awards. The show’s success derives from its consistent commitment to excellence in writing and storytelling – supported by a diverse ensemble of performers.
“Days of our Lives” is produced by Corday Productions, Inc., in association with Sony Pictures Television.
