Can Another Actor Fill Stefano’s Shoes?

Days of Our Lives’ Stefano had nine-plus lives. Sadly, actor Joseph Mascolo, who so memorably played the role on and off since 1982, did not.

He passed away on December 8, 2016, making it seem like Hope’s in-cold-blood murder of him might actually stick this time around. The questions is: Should it? We asked and here’s what you had to say.

Joe For the No!
For 72%, the answer was simple: No one can replace Mascolo. He — and, by extension, Stefano — should rest in peace. (Though, in Stefano’s case, it’s doubtful where he ended up is all that peaceful.)

No Drama, No Daytime
On the other hand, 15% of you are open to the possibilities, voting: Sure – He’s a character that always brings drama.
 

Perhaps you’re aware that many beloved characters currently on the canvas were recasts, including Hope (Kristian Alfonso), Kayla (Mary Beth Evans), Kate (Lauren Koslow), Roman (Josh Taylor – and he even played a different character on the same show!), and Chad (Billy Flynn).

They were all able to make the characters their own. Maybe a recast Stefano should be given the same opportunity–especially if we could possibly convince a veteran daytime powerhouse to step into the lead.

It’s the Story, Stupid!
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It’s the Story, Stupid!
For 13% of viewers, an answer isn’t so clear cut. They think accepting a new Stefano will depend on the story.

Will he return with a new face and everyone will pretend not to notice, or will he be incognito, plotting evil with no one suspecting? Maybe he’ll come back younger? This is Stefano, after all.

Are you telling me he doesn’t have a team of scientists working on anti-aging serum? Or maybe cloning? Maybe a younger Stefano clone will come to Salem, all ripped muscles and six-pack abs. He could even date Hope!

See, it’s like you said: It all depends on the story.

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