Drake Hogestyn’s cause of death confirmed, very tragic

As previously reported, the popular soap opera actor died at the end of September at the age of 70.

Hogestyn was best known for playing the character of John Black on Days of Our Lives for nearly four decades.

Mary Beth Evans and Drake Hogestyn speak onstage during the 50th Daytime Emmy Awards at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles on December 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

We can now report that Hogestyn died of pancreatic cancer, according to a death certificate obtained by People Magazine.

Other factors that contributed to his death included vomiting, dehydration and whole body intoxication.

The actor was cremated at Rose Family Funeral Home in Simi Valley and no autopsy was performed following his death.

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Drake Hogestyn,” it reads…