In a press release the NBC network says its ''deeply saddened by the passing of Frances Reid. She was a true icon of the daytime genre and while we mourn her passing, we also celebrate her long life and the tremendous talent she shared with her generations of fans. She will be sorely missed."
Frances Reid played Alice Horton for 42 years in Days of Our Lives.
Says Deidre Hall (Marlena): ''Frances was never shy about speaking her mind openly and passionately. She earned the respect and admiration of her friends and peers with her candid approach to life, work, and philosophy. Whether you loved or feared her, you always respected her — and if you had the courage, she was a magnificent teacher, mentor, friend. I feel a strong sense of personal loss as Frances makes her way to Heaven, and know that we shall not look upon her like again."
Says Ken Corday, executive producer: ''This is a very sad day, indeed; not only for me personally, but for the Days of Our Lives family and the entire Hollywood community. From day one until she taped her last scene, Frances epitomized the past, present and future of the show. Frances was truly one of a kind. Her class cannot be matched and her shoes cannot be filled. We will miss her all the rest of our days."
Says Kristina Alfonso (Hope): There was just so much about her to love. It's so rare that someone has so much to say with their eyes. They were just so bright and she was just so sharp and fun and smart and worldly and a live wire. It's very sad and it's a great loss."
Tweets Alison Sweeney (Sami): ''I'm so sad to hear the news about Frances Reid. She was a truly talented actress and we are all lucky & proud to have known her."
