Hold onto your seats, Days of Our Lives fans, because next week in Salem is nothing short of explosive! Secrets will unravel, loyalties will be pushed to the brink, and a bombshell baby twist is about to shake the town like never before. From courtroom chaos and family meltdowns to tearful reunions and steamy confessions, this is one rollercoaster ride you do NOT want to miss. Let’s dive into the DRAMA!

🏰 EJ & JOHNNY: FATHER-SON BOND PUT TO THE ULTIMATE TEST!

EJ DiMera, the ever-calculating patriarch of the DiMera empire, is blindsided when Johnny drops a jaw-dropping confession. With emotions running high, Johnny admits to a long-buried secret that threatens to detonate everything they’ve built. But instead of turning away, EJ wraps his son in a fierce embrace, vowing to protect him at all costs.

But just when you think there might be peace in the DiMera mansion, DETECTIVE JADA HUNTER storms in with ARREST WARRANTS. Her target? None other than a disgraced former DiMera Enterprises exec whose shadow still haunts the family. Prison bars seem more real than ever, and the stakes are sky-high. Will EJ’s love be enough to keep Johnny out of jail?

🌪️ RAFAEL VS. JADA: POLICE STATION EXPLOSION!

Tensions explode at the Salem PD as Rafe Hernandez lays into Jada over her relentless pursuit of the DiMeras. His fury, usually bottled up, erupts in a verbal assault that leaves everyone stunned. Is there more to their feud than just conflicting evidence? Rumors swirl of betrayal, secrets, and perhaps even a PERSONAL connection that threatens to unravel their partnership. Jada doesn’t flinch—but she might just have crossed a line.

🚨 CHANEL VS. PAULINA: FAMILY FIREWORKS IN HORTON SQUARE

It’s mother versus daughter as Chanel publicly challenges Mayor Paulina Price over her political decisions. What starts as a heated disagreement turns into a full-blown screaming match in front of Salem’s most watchful eyes. Words are said that can’t be taken back, and the rift between them may finally become irreparable. This mother-daughter clash is one for the history books.

🤓 MARINA & ROMAN: A CALM BEFORE THE STORM?

Over coffee at the Brady Pub, Marina Evans and Roman Brady try to make sense of the emotional whirlwind sweeping Salem. As confidants and pillars of the community, their concern is more than casual chatter—it’s a serious premonition. Marina fears there’s something darker at play, something no one sees coming…

💕 A RAY OF SUNSHINE: GABI & ARI MELT HEARTS

Amid the chaos, one mother-daughter duo delivers the wholesome moment we didn’t know we needed. Gabi and Ari reconnect in a tender scene filled with laughter and love. In a week of turmoil, this rare sliver of peace is a reminder of what matters most.

💥 SOPHIA’S MELTDOWN: A TEEN ON THE EDGE!

Sophia’s life spirals out of control when Melinda Trask refuses to help her without Tate’s say-so. The rejection sends Sophia into emotional freefall. And while Tate tries to support her, he’s also tangled in an emotional web of his own with Holly. As the teen drama intensifies, will Sophia make a desperate decision that changes everything?

🚗 BRADY & KRISTEN: THE CUSTODY WAR RETURNS!

In another corner of town, Brady and Kristen ignite once more over their daughter Rachel. Accusations fly, tempers flare, and even MARINA gets dragged into the fray as mediator. Old wounds reopen and a bitter custody war threatens to reignite with new fire.

🌈 CHANEL VS. EJ: CLASH OF TITANS!

As if battling her mother wasn’t enough, Chanel takes on EJ in a heated exchange that leaves the room ice-cold. Their fiery back-and-forth is laced with personal attacks, strategic jabs, and long-simmering resentment. Is this just the beginning of a full-scale war?

⚡️ SHOCKING DECISIONS: STEVE & JULIE’S WORLD ROCKED

Steve delivers gut-wrenching news to Julie Williams that leaves her reeling. The heartbreak pushes Steve to shut down Black Patch, redirecting all his energy into proving Johnny’s innocence. But will his obsession cost him everything?

👪 MAGGIE, SARAH & XANDER: FAMILY FRACTURES

Maggie Horton offers heartfelt guidance to her daughter Sarah, drawing out her deepest fears. But her moment of peace is short-lived when a tense run-in with Xander Cook sparks fireworks. Maggie pulls no punches, and Xander may have met his match.

🌟 THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS (HEARTS): ADOLESCENT TRIANGLE TROUBLE

Ari takes a curious turn as she presses her cousin Doug 3 for answers. Her detective instincts are kicking in, and what she finds might just expose shocking family secrets.

🧬 ALEX’S BIG PITCH & LEO’S SURPRISE

Alex pitches a bold new idea to Stephanie, one that could change both their lives. Meanwhile, Leo Stark is left speechless after an unexpected gesture from Javi. Is romance on the horizon or is there something more sinister at play?

❗ BELLE’S SECRET PROMISE & ABE’S HEARTFELT CHECK-IN

Belle Black makes a secretive vow to Paulina, one that could reshape Salem politics forever. Meanwhile, Abe checks in on Chanel, hoping to be the glue that holds the fractured family together.

💼 THE BABY BOMB!

And finally—the shocker that will rock Salem to its core. A baby bombshell explodes onto the scene! Details are tightly under wraps, but rumors hint at a surprise pregnancy that could turn multiple lives upside down. Whose baby is it? How long has this secret been brewing? And what does it mean for the power dynamics in Salem?

DON’T MISS A SECOND!

As secrets unravel and betrayals run deep, next week promises heartbreak, healing, and a whole lot of jaw-dropping twists. Who will rise? Who will fall? And who will be left picking up the pieces?

Stay tuned, Days fans—the BABY BOMB has only just begun! 🚨🌪️🥶