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- Stephen Nichols,74, Shares Emotional Tribute to Mary Beth,64, Evans for Her 39th ‘Days of Our Lives’ Anniversary (parade.com)
Stephen Nichols Celebrates 39 Years of “Steve and Kayla” with Heartfelt Tribute to Mary Beth Evans
Longtime Days of Our Lives star Stephen Nichols recently took to social media to celebrate his on-screen partner, Mary Beth Evans, who has played Kayla Brady alongside Nichols’ Steve Johnson (aka “Patch”) for 39 years.
In a touching Instagram post, Nichols shared a video montage of memorable moments featuring the beloved supercouple, captioning it with a heartfelt message. He praised Evans’s contributions to their enduring storyline, calling her his “partner,” “friend,” “collaborator,” and “co-conspirator.” He emphasized her strength, heart, and soul, adding that he couldn’t imagine playing Steve without her.
The official Days of Our Lives Instagram account and former co-star Shelly Hennig (who played their on-screen daughter Stephanie) also joined the celebration with congratulatory messages. Fans flooded the comments section with their own tributes, sharing personal stories of how “Steve and Kayla” have touched their lives over the years. Some recounted watching the couple during their teenage years, highlighting the enduring impact of the characters and their portrayers.