OMG: Chad Leaves Salem in Pain After Being Betrayed by Cat and EJ | Days of Our Lives Spoilers 2025

Salem is about to be rocked to its core once again as heartbreak, betrayal, and painful goodbyes loom on the horizon. In a shocking turn of events, Chad DiMera finds himself blindsided and devastated after discovering a double betrayal from the two people he trusted the most—Cat and EJ. Their actions don’t just shatter Chad’s trust but push him to make a life-altering decision that could change the DiMera family dynamic forever.

It all begins when Chad starts sensing something off in his close relationship with Cat. What once felt like a budding romance filled with laughter and trust quickly begins to unravel. Cat, who had always been there for Chad in his darkest moments, suddenly starts acting distant, guarded, and evasive. Chad tries to rationalize it, believing she might be overwhelmed or distracted, but deep down, something feels wrong—and that unsettling feeling only intensifies with each passing day.

Meanwhile, EJ DiMera, ever the master manipulator, has his own plans brewing. On the surface, he pretends to be Chad’s protective older brother, offering support and advice. But behind closed doors, EJ and Cat have been keeping a dark secret. What starts as a seemingly innocent alliance between them turns into something much more deceptive—and far more personal.

The truth eventually begins to bubble to the surface when Chad overhears a late-night phone call between EJ and Cat. The conversation is vague, but it’s enough to raise Chad’s suspicions. Determined to uncover what’s going on, Chad starts digging into their activities. What he finds is nothing short of soul-crushing.

Chad discovers that Cat and EJ have not only been working together to manipulate DiMera Enterprises behind his back, but they’ve also grown closer in a way that goes far beyond business. The revelation that the woman he cared for might have feelings—or worse, a relationship—with his own brother is a punch to the gut. The betrayal cuts deep, especially considering Chad’s loyalty to his family and his lingering grief over losing Abigail. This emotional wound couldn’t have come at a worse time.

Confronting Cat doesn’t bring closure—it only deepens the pain. She admits to keeping secrets but insists her feelings for Chad were real, despite everything. Her excuse? EJ made her feel trapped and convinced her that betraying Chad was the only way to keep the DiMera family together. But to Chad, that’s just another layer of manipulation. He no longer knows who to believe, and the people he once leaned on now feel like strangers.

As for EJ, when confronted by his younger brother, he shows no remorse. With his usual arrogance, he tries to justify his actions as being “for the good of the family,” arguing that Chad was too emotionally vulnerable to lead the DiMeras effectively. EJ’s cold rationalization only confirms Chad’s worst fears—his brother never truly respected him, and Cat may have just used him as a pawn in EJ’s ongoing power game.

Feeling completely isolated and betrayed, Chad makes the heart-wrenching decision to leave Salem. He knows he needs space to heal, away from the lies and manipulation. Before leaving, he visits Abigail’s grave, pouring out his sorrow and guilt. He confesses that he feels like he failed her memory by trusting the wrong people and allowing himself to fall into another web of deception. It’s one of the most emotional scenes in recent memory—Chad saying goodbye not just to Salem, but to the man he used to be.

Friends like Steve and Marlena try to talk him out of leaving, reminding him that Salem is his home and that not everyone has turned their back on him. But Chad’s mind is made up. He leaves a heartfelt letter for his children, promising to return when he’s in a better place emotionally. He doesn’t want them to see him broken or bitter. His departure is not a retreat—it’s a necessary journey toward healing.

Chad’s exit sends shockwaves through Salem. Kate is furious at both EJ and Cat, holding them accountable for pushing Chad to the edge. The DiMera family begins to fracture even further as loyalties shift, and battle lines are drawn. For EJ, the fallout is just beginning—his position at DiMera Enterprises may be more secure now, but his personal relationships are in ruins. As for Cat, guilt starts to eat away at her. Was climbing the corporate ladder really worth destroying the one genuine connection she had?

As we look ahead, viewers can expect Chad’s absence to haunt many in Salem. His departure is far from the end of his story. There are whispers that Chad may return down the line—stronger, more guarded, and with a renewed sense of purpose. And when he does, he won’t be the same man who left.

Will he seek revenge? Will he forgive and move on? Or will Salem witness a darker version of Chad DiMera, one shaped by betrayal and loss?

One thing’s for certain—his exit marks a turning point not just for the DiMeras, but for Salem as a whole.

Stay tuned, because Days of Our Lives 2025 is just getting started, and the drama is far from over.