A believed dead character is actually very much alive on Days of our Lives. Here’s the soap’s casting news for the week of October 5-9.
The Week of October 5, 2026
In a surprise move, Rachel Boyd is resurfacing as Sophia Choi. The teenager appeared to have died last May, when she was knocked unconscious and pushed into a river by Kristen. Boyd’s first airdate is Friday, October 9, when she turns up as a waitress in a diner. Here’s everything you need to know about the actress.
Stacy Haiduk is back as Kristen DiMera. The character, who fled Salem last August, turns up in Paducah on Friday, October 9, where she discovers Sophia.
Tajh Bellow makes a one-day appearance as Theo Carver on Tuesday, October 6. The actor, who previously played TJ Ashford on General Hospital, steps in for Tyler Joseph Andrews, who was unavailable for filming. Look for Bellow to share scenes with Cherie Jimenez’s Gabi.
Lorelei Olivia Mote pops in as Rachel Black. The character gives her father, Eric Martsolf’s Brady, cause for concern on Tuesday, October 6.
Maggie Carney is back as Rita Lesley. EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) confronts his assistant about Dominic Marino on Wednesday, October 7.
Franco LoPresti resurfaces as Dante Vitali on Thursday, October 8. The character surprises Sydney (Sydney Malakeh) when he arrives in Salem. Here’s the lowdown on the DAYS newcomer.
Sal Stowers is back as Lani Price Grant. Paulina (Jackée Harry) refuses to give up on her daughter on Thursday, October 8.
