The drama in Salem is reaching a breaking point as five major characters find themselves in grave danger. From marked targets to long-anticipated tragedies, these lives are on the line, and fans are bracing for shocking twists ahead. Let’s dive into who might be saying their final goodbyes on Days of Our Lives.
1. Alex Kiriakis: A Deadly Target
Alex Kiriakis is in serious trouble as an unknown assailant appears to be targeting him next. After orchestrating Bonnie’s near-fatal elevator accident, the mystery villain has now shifted their sights to Alex, marking his photo with a red X. If that wasn’t ominous enough, he was also the recipient of a poisoned cupcake—likely from the same culprit. Could the attacker be preparing an even deadlier scheme? If so, Alex might not escape this one unscathed. With Robert Scott Wilson’s undeniable screen presence, it’s hard to imagine the show letting him go, but in Salem, no one is safe.
2. Ava Vitali: Trapped and Helpless
Ava Vitali’s life hangs in the balance as she remains captive at the hands of Rachel Blake, the unstable mother of Kristen DiMera. Initially confident that Brady would find her, Ava’s hopes are dashed when she realizes her voicemail plea never reached him. To make matters worse, little Rachel Blake sent a misleading text, making it seem as though Ava had left for Hong Kong. With no rescue in sight, Ava’s fate now rests on whether Kristen will choose to help her escape or, in a shocking twist, align with her mother and leave Ava to perish. The tension is unbearable—can Ava outwit her captors, or will she meet a tragic end?
3. Arnold Fager: A Villain Deserving of Justice
Salem’s resident menace, Arnold Fager, has more enemies than allies. Having committed heinous crimes, including assaulting Sami and blackmailing EJ, Arnold’s days may be numbered. He’s playing a dangerous game, and it’s only a matter of time before justice catches up to him. Whether it’s the police taking him down, Sami seeking revenge, or even EJ ensuring his silence, Arnold is skating on thin ice. His demise would certainly clean up Salem’s streets, but who will be the one to finally put an end to his reign of terror? 
4. EJ DiMera: A Shocking Ambush
EJ DiMera’s dark alliances have placed a massive target on his back. When the truth about Arnold surfaces, Johnny and Roman will finally confront EJ about his complicity. But before justice can be served, tragedy strikes. Someone close to EJ ambushes him, firing multiple shots in what could be a fatal attack. As EJ collapses, bleeding out, an unidentified male rushes to his side—could it be Johnny, Chad, or someone else? Though fans hope EJ pulls through, Salem’s history proves that survival isn’t always guaranteed.
5. John Black: A Heartbreaking Goodbye
Perhaps the most devastating loss of all, John Black’s fate is sealed. With Drake Hogestyn’s final episode set to air soon, fans are preparing for an emotional farewell. After decades as a Days legend, John’s story is coming to an end. His current off-screen ISA mission has raised concern among his loved ones, and with no return in sight, tragedy looms. As Salem mourns a true hero, viewers will undoubtedly need tissues for this heartbreaking goodbye.
