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Remember actor Peter Reckell? Where is He Now

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Rachel Fowler

Updated on February 09, 2026

Remember actor Peter Reckell? Where is He Now- Peter Reckell, an American aged 67 is an actor most known in the 1983 NBC drama, Days of Our Lives as Bo Rady.

Who is Peter Reckell?

On May 7, 1955, Peter Reckell was born in Elkhart, Indiana in the United States of America to her mother Barbara Reckell, and dad whose identity is unknown. Being the second oldest of six children, he has two brothers and three sisters. While in junior high school, Reck built theater sets and performed in the chorus, and eventually became a theater technical director. He went on to appear in numerous plays throughout high school.

What is Peter Reckell’s age, height, and weight?

Peter is 67 years old as it stands. He was born on May 7, 1955. According to his zodiac sign, he is a Taurus. With his dark brown hair and dark brown eyes, he stands at a grand height of 5 ft 11 inches. His weight is however unknown.

What is Peter Reckell’s net worth?

From his successful career as an actor, he has earned an estimated net worth of $3 million.

What is Peter Reckell’s Nationality and Ethnicity?

Peter who hails from Elkhart Indiana is an American nationality and belongs to a white Caucasian ethnic group.

What is Peter Reckell’s profession?

Reckell’s love for acting started during his high school years when he actively participated in various school theatre productions. He then graduated from the renowned Boston Conservatory, with a bachelor of fine arts degree in theatre, with a minor in music and dance.

During his college years, he worked as a singer/waiter to support his education and then moved to New York to pursue his dreams in theatre.His aim of performing on stage came true, appearing in various productions like “The Fantasticks”, “Jesus Christ Superstar”, “Love Letters” and “Guys and Dolls” to name a few. His name in the theatre world created a buzz and it also helped his net worth. In 1980, he decided to transition to television and bagged his first project in “As the World Turns”, playing the role of Eric Hollister. Though Reckell only stayed in the show for two seasons, it opened up a new door in his career.

In 1983, Reckell’s career was propelled to new heights when he was cast to be part of the television drama series “Days of Our Lives”, playing the character of Bo Brady, the anti-hero leading man, who became the love interest of the character Hope, played by actress Kristian Alfonso. The two became one of the most loved on-screen couples of their time and gained a huge following among fans. The show made Reckell a household name and tremendously improved his net worth.

He temporarily left the show in 1987 to pursue other opportunities, returning to his theatre roots and starring in “Deathtrap”, then coming back to television, this time in a prime-time series playing the character of Johnny Rourke in “Knots Landing”.

He appeared again in “Days of Our Lives” in 1990, and has been on and off in the show since then, from 1990 to 1992, from 1995 to 2012, and recently in its 50th anniversary in 2015.

Reckell has also been appearing in various other TV shows, including “Baywatch”, “Women of the House” and “Sheena” to name a few. He has also starred in movies including “Broken Bridges” and “Street Dreams”. His various projects have also helped increase his wealth.

Are Bo and Hope coming back to Days?

Yes. The duo made their long-awaited return to Days of Our Lives on March 17.

Is Peter Reckell still acting?

Yes. Peter who started his acting career in 1979 is still actively involved in his acting career.

Who is Peter Reckell married to?

With regards to his marital life, Reckell was married to Dale Kristien in 1987, but the union ended in divorce in 1991. In 1998, he tied the knot once again, this time to singer Kelly Moneymaker, and the two are still together.

Does Peter Reckell have children?

Yes. The actor has a daughter, Loden Sloan with Kelly his wife.