On the May 19 episode of Days of Our Lives, Lani told Eli that Chanel has breast cancer. The news hit hard, but there could be a surprising savior. Previously, EJ casually dropped details about a medical breakthrough. While everybody is focused on Lexie being alive again, there’s another part of this story: Dr. Rolf cured the brain tumor that killed her in the first place. Which raises a question: If Rolf can cure Lexie, why can’t he help Chanel?
Key Takeaways
- Lani revealed Chanel’s cancer diagnosis to Eli.
- Chanel and Johnny had discussed the frightening realities of her diagnosis.
- Lexie continued questioning EJ about her resurrection.
- EJ confirmed Rolf’s methods cured Lexie’s fatal tumor.
- Abe continued avoiding difficult conversations about Paulina.
What Happened on DAYS
In a rare kid-free moment, Lani (Sal Stowers) and Eli (Lamon Archey) had a chance to catch up. She revealed that Chanel (Raven Bowens) has breast cancer, but told him to keep it quiet. They also worried about what Paulina (Jackée Harry) has been going through lately, including leaving Abe (James Reynolds), so he has the freedom to be with the newly resurrected Lexi (Nikki Crawford).
Leading up to that, Johnny (Carson Boatman) promised to support whatever decisions Chanel makes while respecting both her wishes and her fears. At the same time, Abe had been excitedly preparing for Lexie’s return home while dodging Theo’s (Tyler Joseph Andrews) questions about Paulina moving out. Theo gave his father multiple opportunities to talk about his marriage, but Abe declined.
At the hospital, Lexie grilled EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) about her resurrection. While she remained skeptical about parts of the explanation, EJ revealed something enormous: Dr. Rolf’s (Richard Wharton) methods cured the tumor that originally killed her. The conversation eventually shifted toward family dynamics, with Lexie venting about Paulina while EJ admitted he was seeing more DiMera traits in her than he remembered.
Why It Matters
The biggest story here may not actually be Lexie’s resurrection. Salem residents have become accustomed to people returning from the dead over the years. What should be causing notice is the fact that EJ casually confirmed Lexie’s cancer was cured.
The Fallout
That revelation becomes more interesting because Chanel is facing a medical battle of her own. If Rolf’s methods genuinely cured Lexie, could the same science help Chanel?
Of course, this is Salem. But the show just planted a potentially game-changing piece of information at the exact moment Chanel needs hope. Whether it becomes part of her story or not, EJ may have accidentally revealed the most important medical breakthrough in soap opera history while everybody in the room was busy arguing about family drama.
