# Beloved ‘Days of Our Lives’ star James Reynolds reveals devastating Parkinson’s diagnosis

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/beloved-days-of-our-lives-star-james-reynolds-reveals-devastating-parkinsons-diagnosis/
- Published: 2026-11-11T13:49:18+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-11T14:34:19+00:00
- Original publisher: New York Post (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://pagesix.com/2026/11/11/celebrity-news/beloved-days-of-our-lives-star-james-reynolds-reveals-devastating-parkinsons-diagnosis/
- Topics: World

## Key points

- James Reynolds has disclosed his Parkinson’s diagnosis.
- His symptoms are being written into Abe Carver’s storyline.
- He says he can still work and take part in family life.

## Summary

James Reynolds has revealed that he has Parkinson’s disease, and says the condition will be reflected in his character Abe Carver’s storyline on “Days of Our Lives”. The 80-year-old actor spoke publicly after symptoms became increasingly difficult to conceal, and hopes to show that people with the condition can remain active and involved in family life.

Reynolds said persistent tremors, occasional imbalance, breathlessness and falls led him to recognise his health problems; he did not say when he was diagnosed and thinks symptoms may have begun 15 to 20 years ago. He kept the diagnosis private for several years to protect himself and his family, but says he can still work and do many familiar activities. He has played Carver since 1981, making him the longest-running Black actor in a single television series, and co-star Jackée Harry said she researches ways to support him.

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