DAYS Stars Say Goodbye to Kristian Alfonso

By Chris Eades Updated: October 15, 2020

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The Oct. 14 episode marked Kristian Alfonso’s last appearance as Hope on DAYS OF OUR LIVES. Unfortunately, since it was filmed before the COVID-19 production hiatus and the actress’ decision to leave the soap, there was no big farewell scene as Hope said goodbye to her friends and family in Salem. But the actress shared a very special Instagram video full of rare pictures and behind-the-scenes video she took as a way of saying her own goodbye.

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Being #today is my last #airshow . I wanted to share some of my #favorite #memories onset & behind the #scenes .I #hope #u #enjoy it 😘. And …. #🙏 🙌#thank #YOU from the bottom of my #heart for #welcoming #me into your #homes all of these #years . And for making me a part of your #lives .#xoxo ❤️ Thank you Ken & @nbcuniversal @nbc for a #beautiful #ride . #❤️ #😘

A post shared by Kristian Alfonso (@kristianalfonso) on Oct 14, 2020 at 5:28am PDT

Alfonso’s friends and co-stars also took to social media to express their admiration and love for the daytime star and her three decades on DAYS. Scroll through the gallery below to see their heartfelt messages.

Alison Sweeney (Sami)

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"Today is my dear friend Kristian Alfonso‘s last air show as Hope on DAYS. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have her as my friend. Kristian is such a talented and dedicated artist, a hard worker, a motivator, a listener, and a chocolate connoisseur. She’s a wonderful mom and a caring friend. I can’t wait to see what this incredible woman does next! 😘😘"
Stephen Nichols (Steve)

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"Kristian, I will miss you on set. Always cheerful, inventive, and prepared. From our very early days, my 'Sweet thing' to 'Stevano's' Princess Gina. Many, many sweet memories. I'm pretty sure this is so long, not goodbye. Love you. ♥️♥️♥️"
Melissa Reeves (Jennifer)

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"Kristian, we have shared so many joys and sorrows and lessons in life growing up together on this incredible show. ❤️ Today was your last air show, but behind the scenes, the love is even deeper. ❤️ I have been blessed, sweet cousin “cuz,” to have grown up with you in the somewhere in the USA town of Salem.❤️ You have a fierce loyalty to your family, friends, and work and now others will get the blessing of knowing you. It is just the beginning of new adventures for you, my sweet friend. 🥰 Love you, cuz, forever. ❤️ xoxoxo Ciao, Bella."
Mary Beth Evans (Kayla)

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"Girlfriend and sister, Kristian Alfonso... soo many years we have known each other... I know this is not the end. We will work together again (somewhere). #loveyou!"
Martha Madison (Belle)

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"I feel so lucky to have shared the stage with you, Kristian! DAYS won’t ever be the same without you there. Wishing you endless joy and all the magic! 💫 With gratitude, M"
Tamara Braun (Ava)

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"Congrats on an incredible run on DAYS, beautiful Kristian Alfonso! I hope you are enjoying every moment of your time with your beautiful family. As much as I and everyone else miss you we also respect your choice. Love you, candy girl!! #hope #love #legend #icon #family"
Lauren Koslow (Kate)

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"Congratulations, Kristian, on your remarkable body of work at DAYS. You are truly inspirational in your work ethic and devotion to family — wishing you an extraordinary next chapter as your final episode airs. Still... Can’t help missing my next-door dressing room neighbor! ❤️ U #friendsforever #grateful #days #goodtimes #ofwhatispastorpassingortocome #mindfulness #laughteristhebestmedicine 😘❤️ 'One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood.'
-Seneca"