As a man of action, Steve’s exploits on Days of our Lives have taken him all over the world. One half of the private investigation firm Black Patch, he’s carried on the mantle since the death of his beloved partner and best friend, John. In the real world, Stephen Nichols also trotted the globe for his latest adventure. While in Italy, he shared a snap that had fans buzzing, especially since he gave a nod to an Italian icon, which set social media on fire.
A Post That Stopped Fans in Their Tracks
Nichols posted an image of himself on Instagram standing next to a huge photo of legendary Italian actor Marcello Mastroianni. He captioned it in Italian: “Dove sono finito? A spasso con Marcello Mastroianni, e non potrei chiedere compagnia migliore,” which translates as, “Where did I end up? Out walking with Marcello Mastroianni, and I couldn’t ask for better company.” The actor wore a light beige suit jacket over a blue-and-white striped shirt, paired with reflective sunglasses. His outfit felt like a modern-day nod to Mastroianni’s effortless Italian elegance.
Mastroianni was an Italian actor celebrated as one of the greatest international film stars of the 20th century, known for his suave charm and effortless versatility on screen. He is best remembered for his iconic roles in Federico Fellini’s La Dolce Vita (1960) and 8½ (1963), both regarded as masterpieces of world cinema. His message and striking visuals drew waves of admiration from fans who couldn’t get enough of his European flair, as one follower gushed: “You blend in perfectly with the handsome Italian men.”
Fans React With Love and Nostalgia
Plenty of fans zeroed in on Nichols’ trademark cool, praising his look from head to toe. Comments poured in calling him “stylish,” “model material,” and “absolutely gorgeous.” Others highlighted his glasses and vacation-ready style, with one admirer noting, “You are stylin’ Stephen! Love your specs!” The consensus was clear — Nichols’ Italian post was a hit.
Another follower swooned, “Be still my heart,” while others chimed in with messages like, “Looking mighty dapper” and “Handsome as ever.” One long-time fan playfully commented, “Love you, Patch.” And one person liked his change in clothing, writing, “ 🔥Nice to see you not wearing black 🔥.” (Find out about Nichols’ and Mary Beth Evans’ (Kayla) fun summer 2025 moments.)
