adding, “My life has been enriched by having been introduced to so many things.”

Braeden has often used social media as a platform to speak directly to his fans.

If that were the case, I’D TELL YOU MYSELF, TRUST ME!!"

Eric Braeden posing

I couldn’t imagine Y&R without you."

However, a real-life complication has forced Braeden to take some time off from “Y&R.”

Thinking of you all!"

Eric Braeden posing in the hospital

He’s a mover and shaker too.

Be well, and try not to push yourself.

Rome wasn’t built in a day!"

Eric Braeden smirking

Braedenresponded, “Good to know!!

Yes, patience is in order!

Not a virtue I’m known for!”

A concerned fanwrote, “Get well soon, Eric.

I, too, need to undergo the same procedure but have been holding off.

Hopefully, your physical rehabilitation goes well.

To which Braedenreplied, “Yes, I have heard the same!

Fans continued sending him good wishes for a speedy recovery and enjoyed his uplifting mood.

While comparing notes, one fanreplied, “I had bone spurs removed from my knee.

I got Lorna Doone shortbread cookies and apple juice.”

A true believer in Braeden’s strengthwrote, “You got this!!”

The viewers commented quite a bit about the food that Braeden was eating after surgery.

One related,saying, “Glad you’re doing well.

I have to agree with you, always loved the graham crackers during a hospital stay.”