Rachel is the Culprit, the Secret is Revealed | Days of Our Lives Spoilers
Salem is in chaos following the shocking shooting of EJ DiMera, a man known for his ruthless tactics, powerful enemies, and endless manipulations. While many are scrambling to uncover the identity of the shooter, a jaw-dropping theory is shaking the town: could Rachel Black—the daughter of Kristen DiMera and Brady Black—be behind the trigger?
Yes, that Rachel Black. Despite being young, her life has been anything but innocent. She’s the product of one of Salem’s most notorious unions, a child born into constant turmoil and legacy-level drama. And now, with her return to the screen—played by newcomer Alice Hollyy in a dramatic recast from Finley Rose Slater—the show seems poised to take an incredibly dark and unexpected turn.
The question no one dared to ask is now on everyone’s lips: could Rachel have been the one who shot EJ?
On the surface, it sounds impossible. Why would a child commit such a violent act? But longtime fans of Days of Our Lives know better. This soap is no stranger to shocking twists and boundary-pushing plots, especially when it comes to the complex DiMera and Black family dynamics.
Rachel has witnessed more pain than most adults in Salem. She’s lived through custody wars, betrayals, and the emotional shrapnel from both her parents’ chaotic lives. She’s seen her mother imprisoned, her father emotionally broken, and her world constantly spinning out of control. And now, she’s back in town, no longer the same child we once knew—older, wiser, and scarred by trauma.
According to early spoilers and whispers, Rachel may have stumbled upon a horrifying secret: that EJ DiMera had a hand in the disappearance—or even the kidnapping—of her beloved grandmother, Marlena. The emotional toll of that revelation, especially on a child already carrying so much pain, could have been the breaking point.
Imagine a moment of rage, confusion, and desperation. Perhaps a weapon was left out, forgotten by an adult caught in their own drama. Maybe Rachel, thinking she was standing up for her family, took it upon herself to seek justice. A crime of passion, not calculation—driven by a storm of fear and grief.
But if Rachel is the shooter, who knows the truth? Could Kristen or Brady be aware and covering it up? Kristen, in particular, has a long history of manipulating the truth to protect those she loves. If she discovered Rachel was responsible, it’s easy to imagine her going to great lengths to bury the evidence—framing someone else, bribing officials, even manipulating EJ’s recovery to twist the narrative.
Of course, in Salem, no secret stays hidden forever.
If the truth does come out, the fallout will be massive. EJ—if he survives—will be faced with the horrifying realization that a member of his own family almost killed him. The DiMeras will be furious, possibly seeking revenge. Brady will be torn between doing what’s morally right and shielding his daughter from consequences. And Kristen? She’ll stop at nothing to keep Rachel out of prison—and away from the DiMera grip.
This twist could lead to one of the most gripping courtroom battles the show has ever seen. Can a child be held legally responsible for such a crime? Or will the tangled web of family, loyalty, and legacy influence the outcome?
Whether Rachel actually pulled the trigger or not, her return marks a new chapter for Days of Our Lives—one that’s darker, deeper, and more emotional than ever before. As the truth slowly unravels, fans should brace themselves for heartbreak, drama, and shocking revelations.
