Peter Reckell: Biography, Facts and Career
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Peter Paul Reckell (born May 7, 1955) is an American actor and musician. He is best known for playing the role of Bo Brady on the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives (1983 to 1987, 1990 to 1992, 1995 to 2012, recurring appearances from 2015 to 2023). He also played Bo on Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem, a spinoff series streaming on Peacock (2022). Reckell was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in 2009 for his work on Days. His other roles include Eric Hollister on As the World Turns (1980 to 1982) and Johnny Rourke on Knots Landing (1988 to 1989). He released his debut album, Peter Reckell, in 2003.
Quick facts about Peter Reckell
- Full name: Peter Reckell
- Born: 1955-05-07
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q764720
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Who is Peter Reckell?
Peter Paul Reckell (born May 7, 1955) is an American actor and musician.
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Peter Reckell is United States.
When was Peter Reckell born?
Peter Reckell was born on 1955-05-07.



