<P> In January 2018, Wilson revealed on social media that he had been on set at Days of Our Lives, which led to rumors that he would soon reprise the role of Ben . When actress Denice Duff announced that she would reprise her role as midwife Wendy Taylor, the speculation of Wilson's return increased, due to Wendy being one of Ben's victims during the serial killer plot . Soaps.com reported that Duff would reappear alongside Wilson in May 2018 . On April 26, 2018, Soap Opera Digest announced that Wilson would return as a series regular after signing a new deal with the soap . "I'm really grateful," Wilson said to in a statement to the magazine . "I love what Ron (Carlivati, head writer) and the whole team has been doing with him thus far, so I'm really excited to see where they take him after this ." Wilson credited his co-star Deidre Hall (Marlena) with being partly responsible for his return . "She kind of rallied for me be back there" he said . "After our scenes, she'd say,' Get this kid a contract ."' </P> <P> Wilson said "You can get caught in that stagnant place on shows sometimes and it's nice to come back and revamp a storyline or maybe create something new and just be inspired . We've got a good thing going, so I think that's why I'll be sticking around a little bit longer ." Wilson saw the return as a chance to grow the character as well as "work my own instrument a little bit more ." While there would obviously be opposition from other characters on the canvas, "there's also maybe some people that can hear his side of the story now and might believe in (Ben) a little bit more ." In an article for Soap Hub, Janet Di Lauro questioned exactly how the character could be integrated into the canvas, despite his past . "It's time for a magical rewrite or convoluted explanation," she said . </P> <P> In an interview with Michael Maloney for TV Insider, Wilson said "The show has come up with a phenomenal way to bring Ben full circle and putting him in a different light without losing his edge . They're writing the balance between vulnerability and danger ." The writers paired Wilson with Deidre Hall's character, resident shrink, Marlena Evans, as she examines his mental stability upon hearing the news that he is rehabilitated . Wilson revealed that Ben would interact with many of the characters he shared history with in addition some new faces . "There's one in particular I'm working with and we're getting great (internal) feedback . I'm excited to see what the future brings ." </P> <P> In response to the original casting call looking for attractive actors, Luke Kerr said, "Finding beautiful actors is all well and good, but please make sure they can act before letting them sign on the dotted line ." On - Air On - Soaps said "Gaston fits the bill perfectly" considering his musical background . In response to the recast, Omar Nobles of TVSource Magazine said, "I am THRILLED with this news ." He continued and praised Wilson for his charm and charisma . Nobles stated, "I rank this recast as an instant UPGRADE ." Wilson ranked at #10 on Daytime Confidential's list of the "10 Best Soap Newbies of 2013" having recently wrapped short lived stint on All My Children . Wilson's appearance on the list was only days after he had secretly booked the role of Ben . Wilson also ranked at #3 on the soap blog's list of the "10 Daytime Soap Opera Hunks We'd Love to Take Underwear Shopping ." Jamey Giddens said, "Is it any wonder CBS Daytime decided to make Robert Scott Wilson the first - ever male model on The Price is Right? Since then, the gorgeous hunk has proven to have impressive chops on two daytime soaps ." Despite Wilson being a popular casting choice, the writing for his character was very poorly received . Daytime Confidential listed the exploration of the character's backstory at #2 in its list of the "10 Worst Soap Opera Storylines of 2014 ." The blog admitted that had the actors (including Wilson's costars Chrishell Stause and James Read) been cast in a more established roles, "we doubt they'd be on a worst list ." The site specifically said he should have been cast in the role of Andrew Donovan, son of supercouple Shane and Kimberly (Charles Shaughnessy and Patsy Pease) and brother to Theresa Donovan (Jen Lilley). Giddens later commented on the character's love triangle with Abigail and Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) "isn't exactly compelling" and Giddens also reiterated that the character of Andrew Donovan would've been better for story purposes . </P>

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