Days of Our Lives fans are reeling after actor Paul Telfer, who plays Xander Cook on the long-running NBC soap, shared news of a deeply personal and heartbreaking loss that has left the daytime community in mourning. Known for his charm, sharp wit, and fiery chemistry on-screen, Telfer is one of the show’s most beloved actors — but this latest revelation has reminded fans that even the brightest stars sometimes face the darkest moments.

According to sources close to production and Paul’s latest social media post, the actor recently suffered the loss of someone extremely close to him, and his emotional statement has touched the hearts of thousands. In a moving post, Paul expressed his grief, writing that this loss “has left a hole that nothing can fill.” Fans immediately flooded his comments with messages of love and support, many saying they had tears in their eyes reading his words.

The Days of Our Lives family has rallied around Paul, both publicly and privately. Castmates such as Linsey Godfrey (Sarah Horton), Eric Martsolf (Brady Black), and Deidre Hall (Marlena Evans) have reportedly reached out to offer condolences and emotional support. Linsey, who shares many scenes with Paul, commented, “You’ve carried so much light into this world, Paul — we’re here for you always.” The outpouring of compassion underscores the tight-knit bond between the DOOL cast, which has always been more like a family than a workplace.

This tragedy comes at a pivotal time in Paul’s professional journey. On-screen, Xander has been caught in a whirlwind of emotional and moral struggles — trying to prove that he’s a better man while constantly being haunted by his darker past. Many fans have drawn parallels between the actor’s recent grief and Xander’s storyline, which has focused heavily on themes of loss, redemption, and the pain of trying to move forward when life feels unbearable.