Days of Our Lives’ Matthew Ashford Credits Melissa Reeves for His Return

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Actor Matthew Ashford, known for portraying Jack Deveraux on the soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” recently discussed his comeback to the series in an interview. He mentioned that co-star Melissa Reeves, who plays Jennifer Horton and is Jack’s significant other on the show, made his return easier. Ashford and Reeves had last worked together during Bill Hayes’ character Doug Williams’ farewell. Ashford first appeared as Deveraux in 1987 and has been integral to many significant storylines over the years, particularly his relationship with Reeves’ Horton. Besides Ashford, other actors like Mark Valley, Steve Wilder, and Steve Witmer have also played the role of Jack Deveraux.

Here’s what Matthew Ashford said about Melissa Reeves’ role in Jack’s Days of Our Lives return.

Matthew Ashford says Melissa Reeves made his return on Days of Our Lives ‘easier’

In a recent conversation with Soap Opera Digest, actor Matthew Ashford mentioned that he and actress Melissa Reeves entered the town of Salem simultaneously. He highlighted that they conversed “in tandem, providing comfort to those deeply mourning.

Ashford discussed how Julie encountered troubles all on her own, eventually drawing the attention and concern of Jack and Jennifer as they stood by her, offering assistance to navigate through her difficulties. He further pointed out Chad’s comings and goings, and emphasized that Abigail Devreaux’s passing continued to cast a shadow over their lives.

In a straightforward manner, the 65-year-old actor shared that having Keanu Reeves beside him made each scene they worked on “less challenging.

He expressed his delight at having her return and acting alongside him, adding that Melissa Reeves seemed “at ease” within the Days of Our Lives universe, demonstrating an understanding of how to handle the narrative.

Additionally, Ashford mentioned they shared time outside of the show with Reeves, even having breakfast together. In these private moments, they often exchanged updates about their personal and familial matters.

Ashford added that it was hard to believe they’d been collaborating for 36 years with Reeves, and he commented, “It’s an activity suited for the daylight hours, and it definitely makes one reflective.

Moreover, Ashford mentioned that he and Reeves had a bond with their fellow actors Stephen Nichols (Steve Johnson) and Mary-Beth Evans (Kayla-Brady Johnson). He highlighted that they all belonged to the same era.

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2025-06-06 14:10