It's a milestone few television shows ever reach. Hit soap opera Days of Our Lives has officially turned 60, and the beloved soap's cast came together to celebrate with a special anniversary portrait that’s every bit as legendary as its six-decade run. The new image, released exclusively by People , brings together 42 actors who’ve shaped the show’s sweeping storylines of romance, heartbreak and resilience. As the cast marked the anniversary of the show’s 1965 debut, longtime stars reflected on what has made Days such an enduring part of TV history.

"It's completely unheard of to go 60 years, and yet here we are," said Deidre Hall, 78, who has played the iconic Marlena Evans since 1976. "I think it’s due to a lot of people doing a lot of things right. Everybody is pulling in

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