Joseph Mascolo is an icon in the soap opera world.

Fans couldn’t get enough of Stefano’s interference in the lives of the Salem citizens.

However, many fans may remember Mascolo as much more than Stefano DiMera.

Joseph Mascolo poses for a photo.

After Ridge learns what Mossimo has done he’s furious.

Eventually, Ridge begins working for his father and Massimo even makes him the sole heir to his business.

Massimo ultimately rekindles his romance with Jackie and forms a strong connection with Nick in the process.

Joseph Mascolo at an event.

Massimo and Jackie get married.

Sadly, Massimo’s sons, Nick and Ridge, don’t see eye-to-eye.

Ridge disowns Massimo, and his marriage to Jackie begins to fall apart.

Joseph Mascolo on the red carpet.

However, Massimo eventually gets his revenge on Deacon and later reconciles with Jackie.

It’s unlikely that fans will see Massimo again following Joseph Mascolo’s passing.