The unyielding Victor has fought his enemies over the decades since 1980, and protected his family.

Braeden continues to show real-life strength of character.

The actor recently had knee replacement surgery andBraeden wasted no time updating his fans about his recovery.

Eric Braeden smirking

Soap opera reporter Michael Fairman respondedwith, “ERIC!

Sending healing vibes for your post-surgical recovery.”

Likewise, co-star Sean Kanan respondedsaying, “Eric wishing you a speedy recovery and a fantastic holiday.

You will be back to your full bad*ssery in no time.”

Braeden sat at the edge of his bed throwing punches.

The post was captionedwith: “Going crazy after [five] days of doing nothing.

Recovering from a knee replacement.”

Braeden continued saying, “Five days without working out.

A longtime viewerreplied, “You look great!

It must be hard but I hope you aren’t going too stir-crazy.

You don’t want to push too hard and have a setback.

And I very selfishly need to see you back in [Genoa City] as soon as possible!”

You will be back at it [in] no time!

I wish you a speedy recovery Mr. Braedenreplied, “Old habits die hard!!”