* Many actors have left the show: Some actors have had long runs on Days of Our Lives, but left the show due to various reasons. It's hard to track if they passed away after their time on the show.
* "Died on the show" vs. "Died in real life": Some actors may have played characters who died on the show, but that doesn't necessarily mean the actor passed away in real life.
* Publicity and records: Not all deaths of actors are widely publicized, especially if they weren't highly known or their deaths occurred long after their time on the show.
Instead of providing an exact number, it's better to mention some of the notable actors who have passed away:
* John Aniston (Victor Kiriakis): John Aniston, father of actress Jennifer Aniston, passed away in November 2022 at the age of 89. He played Victor Kiriakis on the show for many years.
* Suzanne Rogers (Maggie Horton): Suzanne Rogers, a beloved actress who played Maggie Horton, passed away in December 2022 at the age of 76.
* Peter Reckell (Bo Brady): Peter Reckell, who played Bo Brady, passed away in July 2022 at the age of 68.
These are just a few examples. The show has a long history, and many actors have come and gone over the years. While it's impossible to have an exact number of deceased actors, these are some of the more prominent figures who have passed away.