Deidre Hall
Deidre Hall is best known for her portrayal of Dr. Marlena Evans on the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives for over 45 years.
Soap Opera Actress
October 31, 1947
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Deidre Hall, an iconic American actress, is best known for her role as Dr. Marlena Evans on the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives, which she has played for more than four decades. This long-standing role has earned her the title of Daytime’s Leading Lady and made her a recognizable figure in television history. Besides Days of Our Lives, Hall has appeared in TV shows such as Emergency!, The Young and the Restless, and Our House, as well as portraying Electra Woman in 1976. Nominated for several Daytime Emmy Awards, she also has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Beyond acting, Hall is a licensed pilot who enjoys flying planes during her leisure time and has served as a spokesperson for the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, promoting quality end-of-life care.