The Daytime Emmy nominations are out, and while Days of our Lives scored in many of the major categories, Dan Feuerriegel, who plays EJ, isn’t among them. But we bet he will be at the top of next year’s list, if only from his performances this week… and it’s only Tuesday, July 14! Why he’s got our vote.
Key Takeaways
- EJ was romantic with Cat.
- EJ was panicked with Lexie.
- EJ was domineering with Johnny.
Dan Feuerriegel Makes EJ’s Romance With Cat Feel Effortless
We loved EJ with Belle (Martha Madison), and we’re still hoping that the relationship is merely on a break, not completely done. But, in the meantime, EJ is entranced by Cat (AnnaLynne McCord).
He knows they share a past of some kind, and the more she remembers, the more intrigued he becomes. With Cat, EJ (who Feuerriegel says is tired of apologizing for his chaos) is charming, a little sneaky, and a lot hot. Feuerriegel is the ideal romantic lead.
EJ’s Devotion to Lexie Reveals His Emotional Core
With Lexie (Nikki Crawford), EJ is the devoted brother. He is desperate to help his sister because it was their father’s dying wish, and EJ believes himself the heir to Stefano’s (Joseph Mascolo) legacy, which means carrying out all of his plans.
We believe that EJ is acting on Stefano’s from-the-grave orders, and that he truly loves his sister. When EJ thought he was losing Lexie again, his terror was palpable. Feuerriegel is the ideal dramatic actor.
EJ Refuses to Let Johnny Forget What It Means to Be a DiMera
EJ obviously loves his son, and he wants Johnny (Carson Boatman) to succeed. He also wants Johnny to act like a DiMera. Which means not just playing at being CEO but acting like one.
When Johnny came whining to EJ, EJ put the snot-nosed kid in his place, pointing out that Johnny was taking unproven leaps and acting like a child. EJ raised his voice, but he never lost control.
Johnny may have been right. But he proved he couldn’t stand up to EJ. Feuerriegel went through multiple emotions, from concerned to smug to defensive to turnabout is fair play. Is there nothing this man can’t do?
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