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In the emotionally charged world of Days of Our Lives, where passion and heartbreak go hand in hand, one love story continues to stir fan debate and break heartsâSarah Horton and Xander Kiriakis. Once hailed as one of Salemâs most magnetic yet chaotic couples, their relationship now teeters on the edge of total collapse. And according to Linsey Godfreyâwho portrays the fiercely loyal but deeply wounded Sarahâthe truth behind their fractured connection is far more final than fans hoped.
The rollercoaster romance between Sarah and Xander has always been marked by extremes: fierce love, devastating betrayal, and a loyalty that defied logic. But as things stand today, the dream of reconciliation appears to be shattered. In a dramatic twist, Godfrey recently revealed in an exclusive interview that the long-speculated reunion between the two may never happen. Her words echoed like a bombshell across the fanbase: âSarah and Xander will likely never find their way back to each other.â
At the center of their breakdown is a brutally emotional custody battle, one that has transformed their once hopeful love story into a bitter courtroom war. What began as a fight for parental rights has spiraled into a brutal war of emotional scars and unresolved betrayals. Sarah, still reeling from the countless deceptions that defined her past with Xander, is now doing everything she can to protect her childânot just from legal threats, but from emotional instability.
Courtroom scenes have become explosive and raw, packed with teary testimonies, biting accusations, and the heavy weight of history. As fans watch Sarah struggle with the guilt of her past and Xander grapple with the consequences of his, it becomes clear: this is not just a custody disputeâitâs the reckoning of a love story built on fragile foundations.
Their past, rich in intensity and pain, has resurfaced like an open wound. Sarah once forgave Xander for crimes that wouldâve ended most relationshipsâkidnapping, deception, and the theft of a child not his own. Yet she always believed in the potential for good within him. Her boundless compassion seemed to soften even Xanderâs darkest instincts. But those days may be over.
Xander, ever the charming rogue, has always managed to win back heartsâeven when his actions were inexcusable. His fanbase has stuck by him, charmed by his charisma and haunted by his vulnerability. But now, even that might not be enough. Godfrey herself expressed disbelief over the double standard that has emergedâwhile Sarah is vilified for keeping one secret about Phillip Kiriakis, Xanderâs long list of offenses often go forgiven.
âItâs wild,â Godfrey confessed. âXanderâs done terrible things, but he keeps getting a pass. Sarah makes one mistake with Phillip, and suddenly sheâs the villain.â Her words highlight the gendered scrutiny that plays out not only in Salemâs fictional courtroom but in the court of public opinion among viewers.
Phillipâs role, unsurprisingly, remains a major wedge. His reappearance has only fanned the flames, threatening whatever fragile ties remain between Sarah and Xander. His presence is a reminder of past infidelities, lingering insecurities, and opportunities for manipulation. As always, Phillip stands ready to exploit their vulnerability for his own gain.
Linsey Godfrey also issued a stern warning: Xanderâs recent decisions are dragging him deeper into darkness. âIf he keeps going down this road, there may be no redemption left for him.â Xanderâs desperate actsâdriven by his fear of losing both Sarah and their childârisk obliterating any chance of reclaiming the love they once shared. Meanwhile, Sarah stands at her emotional limit, barely holding herself together under the strain of it all.
But what about forgiveness? Is there still hope beneath the wreckage?
Godfrey believes their connection, however broken, is still powerful. âSarah and Xander have this beautifully messy bond. Itâs the kind of love that doesnât just vanish.â Yet she also acknowledges that rebuilding it would take more than just love. âRedemption requires action. Trust takes time. And both of them have a lot of work to doâif thatâs even the path they want anymore.â
The fanbase remains passionately divided. On platforms like X (formerly Twitter), viewers are split: #TeamSarah demands she move on and find peace, while #TeamXander still clings to the dream of his redemption. Meanwhile, hashtags like #ZaraForever represent the hopeful faction rooting for a reunion against all odds.
âIâm torn,â one fan admitted. âXanderâs done awful things, but I still love his dynamic with Sarah.â Another bluntly stated: âShe deserves better. Enough is enough.â Phillipâs role hasnât gone unnoticed either, with fans begging writers not to drag Sarah into another triangle filled with betrayal.
And through all this, Linsey Godfrey remains a steady presence. Her portrayal of Sarahâresilient yet fragile, principled yet tornâcontinues to resonate deeply. âPlaying Sarah is a gift,â she shared. âSheâs complicated, real, flawed. And working with Paul (Telfer, who plays Xander) has brought so much depth to their story. Itâs intense, but itâs always grounded in truth.â
As Days of Our Lives barrels toward another emotional cliffhanger, Sarahâs journey is evolving. Sheâs not the same woman who once blindly trusted the man she loved. Now, sheâs a mother, a fighter, and someone learning how to protect herself while navigating pain. Whether her path leads back to Xander or away from him for good remains to be seen.
One thing, however, is clear: the days of blind forgiveness are over. The future of âZarahâ is hanging by a thread, and the next few episodes promise to unravel more than just legal tension. Will Xander self-destruct in his quest for redemption? Will Sarah find peace with or without him? And will Phillip’s meddling ignite the final sparkâor the final nail in the coffin?
Whatever happens, Salemâs most volatile couple is not done shaking up Days of Our Lives. And as Godfrey warns, âWhatever the outcome, Sarah will come out stronger. But that strength comes at a cost.â
Stay tuned for more explosive twists, courtroom chaos, and heart-wrenching revelations. Because in Salem, love may be eternalâbut peace is never promised.