Bill Hayes is an American actor and singer best known for his role as Doug Williams on the soap opera “Days of Our Lives.”

The former couple met at De Pauw University and were married from 1947 o 1969. They graduated together at DePauw and then started out into adult life together.  They had five kids together.

Bill Hayes began his career in the 1940s as a singer and achieved success with his hit song “The Ballad of Davy Crockett,” which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1955.

In addition to his music career, Bill Hayes has had a long and notable acting career. He joined the cast of “Days of Our Lives” in 1970 and has portrayed the character of Doug Williams on and off for several decades. His role on the show earned him multiple Daytime Emmy Award nominations.

Bill Hayes has also made appearances in other television shows and films throughout his career. Some of his notable credits include “The Virginian,” “Columbo,” and “The Bay.” He is considered a veteran and respected figure in the entertainment industry, known for his contributions to both music and acting.