Welcome back, Days fans! April 8’s episode of Days of Our Lives delivered pure drama gold, blending secrets, confrontations, and gut-wrenching revelations that kept Salem on edge. From hidden alliances to a shocking shooting that threatens to rip apart the Demera family, today’s episode didn’t hold back. Let’s dive into all the chaos that rocked the town!

The day kicked off in the shadows of the Horton mansion, where Holly Jonas was harboring a carefully concealed secret—Doug Williams had been secretly staying in her room. Their arrangement was quiet and full of mutual understanding, two souls seeking shelter in the madness of Salem. During a heartfelt talk, Doug admitted he felt responsible for the breakdown between Holly and Tate. His attempt to protect Holly had backfired, leaving emotional wreckage in its wake. As guilt thickened the air, a bombshell dropped—EJ Demera had been shot.

The news jolted Holly into action. She rushed to check on Johnny, leaving Doug behind, emotionally staring at an old photo of Holly and Tate. The past hung heavy in the air, reminding viewers that secrets have a way of surfacing—especially in Salem.

But the drama was only just beginning. While trying to call her mother in a panic, Holly ran into Sophia, who casually revealed that Tate had been at her house recently—emotionally torn over the breakup. Holly, already reeling, was left shaken by the implication that Tate was still tangled up in the aftermath of their shattered relationship.

Tensions escalated when whispers suggested that Tate might confront Doug, blaming him for Holly’s vulnerability. Though a confrontation seemed inevitable, it fizzled before boiling over—leaving the audience wondering if Holly will step in to protect Doug and stand her ground.

Meanwhile, the investigation into EJ’s shooting kicked into high gear. JJ Deveraux and Shawn Brady were on the case, chasing a trail gone cold. With little evidence and more suspects than answers, they began to suspect Gabby could be hiding something. The thought of her involvement threatened to ignite a deeper feud between her and JJ. The hunt for EJ’s shooter took a darker turn with every scene, and the pressure was mounting.

Elsewhere, the drama intensified between Gabby and Kristen. Both had their reasons for wanting EJ gone, and their explosive face-off left no room for subtlety. Accusations flew, and their feud lit up the screen. But would their chaos overshadow the real mystery—or could it help uncover the truth?

While all this unfolded, Belle Black faced a personal reckoning. Devastated by EJ’s condition, she confided in Brady, revealing that her feelings for EJ had never truly disappeared. In a gut-wrenching moment, she visited EJ’s bedside, admitting her love to him—despite all the betrayal. Her confession was a powerful moment of vulnerability, adding another emotional layer to the unfolding storm.

Elsewhere in Salem, relationships were breaking down under the pressure. Chad and Cat stood in silent support at EJ’s side, while Ava prepared to leave town, her past catching up with her. Johnny, showing shocking indifference to his father’s fate, declared that EJ “got what he deserved.” And Paulina, recalling her own clashes with EJ, wasn’t surprised by his violent end.

As suspects began to stack up, JJ and Shawn turned their attention to Kristen. Her history with EJ made her a prime target for questioning. But Kristen, furious, pushed back—claiming that nearly everyone in town had a motive.

And just when it seemed things couldn’t get more complicated, Javi and Leo speculated that even Gabby—or Rafe—might be involved. Each new theory dug Salem deeper into the web of lies and secrets.

Jada, reeling from her breakup with Rafe after confessing to sleeping with Shawn, tried to drown her sorrows in a quiet bar, leaning on Shawn for support. Her heartbreak was yet another reminder of how personal demons fuel Salem’s constant unrest.

As the episode ended, Salem stood at a crossroads. EJ lay comatose. Relationships were fractured. Suspicions loomed large. And the mystery of who pulled the trigger remained unsolved. But one thing’s for sure—whatever comes next, it’s going to be unforgettable.

Share your thoughts and theories below—because in Salem, the next twist is always just around the corner.