Fans of “Days of Our Lives” have watched Brady Black navigate heartbreak, family drama, addiction struggles, and complicated romances in Salem for nearly two decades. While Eric Martsolf is known for bringing the longtime character to life on-screen, the soap star recently gave fans a glimpse into his real-life love story off-screen.
Martsolf took to social media with a heartfelt birthday tribute to his wife, Lisa Martsolf, sparking reactions from both fans and his fellow “DOOL” co-stars. Read on to discover more about the sweet exchange.
‘Days of Our Lives’ Star Shares Loving Birthday Tribute to His Wife
Soap star Eric Martsolf took to Instagram on May 8, 2026, to share a sweet and spicy birthday message to his wife, Lisa Martsolf. The “DOOL” star shared a cute photo of the couple with the caption, “Happiest of birthdays to this bombshell with whom I share my life with.”
He continued, “Defying age and expectations daily, this woman’s life game should be analyzed and bottled up for all to consume. Thank you for being mine. You’re hot as hell.”
Lisa quickly responded to her husband’s public display of affection, writing in the comments, “Baby! To the moon and back- obsessed with you -thank you for being my favorite gift!!!”
Fans and ‘DOOL’ Co-Stars React to Eric Martsolf’s Post
As soon as Martsolf shared his birthday tribute to his wife, both fans and his “DOOL” co-stars fired off in the comments with supportive messages and happy birthday wishes.
Martha Madison, who portrays Belle Black, the younger sister of Martsolf’s character Brady Black, wrote, “One of my favorite couples! Happy Birthday, Lisa!!”
One fan chimed in with, “Happy birthday, Lisa. Eric, you always have beautiful words for your wife.”
The sweet interaction quickly turned the comments section into a celebration of the longtime couple, with fans and co-stars alike praising their relationship and sending birthday wishes to Lisa.
Eric Martsolf Has Been Married to His Wife Since 2003
Martsolf has been with his wife since before arriving in Salem. Martsolf married Lisa Kouchak on October 10, 2003. Having portrayed Ethan Winthrop on “Passions” from 2002 to 2008, Martsolf was no stranger to the soap world when he landed the role of Brady Black on “DOOL” in 2008.
Martsolf and his wife became parents in 2006 with the birth of their twin sons, Mason Alan Martsolf and Chase Evan Martsolf. In April 2026, Lisa took to Instagram to share a heartfelt birthday tribute for the twins’ 20th birthday.
She shared with her followers, “Our sweet babies are 20!!! My favorite title is ‘twin boy mom’ — and I wear it proudly.”
Lisa ended her lengthy birthday shoutout with, “I couldn’t adore you both more, and I will always love you beyond the moon and back. My babies, you’ll always be… Happiest of birthdays to you both.”
Proud dad Eric quickly sounded off in the comments, writing, “20? I mean…what!! Time stand still please.”
Along with being a proud twin boy mom, Lisa Martsolf is also a fitness coach. She uses her fitness platform to help women over 50 stay active while building strength and confidence.
While Eric Martsolf may spend his days navigating drama in Salem, fans clearly love seeing the lighter and more personal moments he shares with his wife and family off-screen. From raising twin sons together to publicly cheering each other on online, Eric and Lisa Martsolf’s latest social media exchange gave “Days of Our Lives” fans another glimpse into their longtime relationship and close-knit family life.
