Things You Didn’t Know About Soap Star John Aniston

Days of our Lives star John Aniston sadly passed on November 11, 2022, at the age of 89. Aniston had a long and successful career in Hollywood and is best known for his role as Victor Kiriakis on Days of Our Lives. While many may recognize Aniston from this role, he’s also the father of A-lister Jennifer Aniston who called “one of the most beautiful humans” she ever knew in a heartfelt tribute. In honor of John’s memory and a life well-lived, follow along for 12 facts you might not have known about him:

He Was Born in Greece

While John grew up American, he was actually born on the island of Crete, Greece. His family moved to the United States when he was just two years old. His family settled in Chester, Pennsylvania which is where he grew up. He went on to attend Penn State University and graduated with a degree in Theater Arts.

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