Former 'Days of Our Lives' Star Opens Up About the 'Intentional' Way She's Picking Her New Roles
Former Days of Our Lives star Marissa Reyes is continuing to build momentum in her career as Season 2 of Netflix's Running Pointapproaches. The actress is now opening up about what representation means to her and how it shaped her career choices.
Reyes recently spoke with Numero Netherlands reporter Jana Letonja about the upcoming season of Running Point, her background in musical theater, and her work on the stage.
During the interview, Reyes explained why representation is central to her work. "Representation has been a driving force for me since before I was even in the industry," she said.
She reflected on her upbringing, noting the lack of on-screen representation for people who looked like her or her family. "Almost every single character of mine has been intentionally written to be Latina, and that is incredibly significant to me," she explained.
Reyes added that she hopes to provide that visibility for others. "I want to provide representation for kids like me who didn't see themselves on screen growing up. We are important, we are strong, and we deserve to be seen," she said.
Discussing her career trajectory, Reyes said she is optimistic about what lies ahead. "I am excited about it all," she shared, adding that she still has many goals she hopes to achieve.
Looking toward the future, she added, "What excites me most is the opportunities that will find me because of the work and love I poured into this last chapter."
Reyes previously portrayed Arianna Horton on Days of Our Lives, the daughter of legacy characters Will Horton (Chandler Massey) and Gabi Hernandez (Cherie Jimenez). She exited the role in March 2026 after approximately a year on the soap.
In addition to her role on Days of Our Lives, she has also made apperances on Spirit Halloween: The Movie, That Girl Lay Lay, Raven's Home, and Bosch: Legacy
Days of Our Lives streams new episodes weekdays exclusively on Peacock.
Season 2 of Running Point streams on Netflix beginning April 23, 2026.
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This story was originally published April 21, 2026 at 6:52 PM.