After a long and arduous battle with Stage II colorectal cancer, Suzanne Rogers, a veteran actress of the soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” has successfully completed her treatment and is now preparing to return to the set for the show. The 82-year-old actress, who has played the role of Maggie Horton for 52 years, shared her experience with the diagnosis and treatment, which has now culminated in her full recovery.
Her journey began with noticing something was wrong with her health, prompting her doctor to order a series of tests, including an MRI, PET scan, and biopsy, which confirmed her diagnosis. Although the news was shocking, she was reassured that the cancer had been detected early, increasing her chances of recovery. Her treatment included chemotherapy and radiation, daily for six weeks, which she described as physically demanding, particularly given the exhaustion that came with the regimen.
The show’s six-week hiatus provided her with the necessary privacy during her recovery, allowing her to keep her diagnosis under wraps. She expressed appreciation for the time this afforded her, which helped her focus on her health and recovery. Rogers also highlighted the strong support she received from her on-screen daughter, Linsey Godfrey, and her colleagues on “Days of Our Lives,” who remained discreet about her condition throughout her treatment.
Despite the challenges, she has been optimistic about her recovery, expressing that her energy is gradually returning. She is now looking forward to returning to the set, determined to deliver her best performance. Her experience has given her a new perspective on life, helping her to appreciate the importance of her health and the support of her friends and family. She has also expressed that she does not care what others might say about her experience but is confident that she has overcome her illness and is now in a better place.