Thanks to Deidre Hall and her poignant portrayal of Dr. Marlena Evans, Days of Our Lives viewers were reminded last week that it’s often more compelling to witness characters try to hide their pain. Watching someone hold back the tears can provide a more intimate viewing experience than excessive sobbing.

Deidre Hall shed light on how Marlena's going to tell her family that John is missing, and had to put Drake Hogestyn's death out

Unable to get information about the whereabouts of her husband, John, who's been off on an ISA mission for months, Marlena shares worrisome news with Brady and Belle about their father on Days of Our

University Hospital – Marlena’s Office: Marlena is talking to John’s photograph saying she misses him and wants him to come home soon. Just then, Cat walks in saying her next appointment called in and cancelled and she has the next hour free.