The Days of our Lives weekly spoilers update for October 26-30 reveal the fallout of Johnny betraying his father in the Coriseal cover-up. EJ comes face-to-face with Johnny as they have it out, and their future is forever changed. Sarah and Xander’s lives are altered, too, in the aftermath of him taking a bullet for her. Plus, Julie makes a decision about her relationship with Foster, and Lani begins a new chapter in her life.
Key Takeaways
- Johnny confronts EJ.
- Xander’s medical crisis is a reality check for Sarah.
- Gwen reflects on her personal life.
- Julie comes clean with Foster.
Weekly Breakdown
Monday, October 19, 2026 – Episode #15490
After waking up to see Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) in her hospital room, Rachel (Lorelei Olivia Mote) passed out. Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) examined her and revealed Rachel needed surgery immediately for her infection. Brady (Eric Martsolf) and Kristen argued as they waited for Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) to finish the surgery. Kristen hid when she saw EJ (Daniel Feuerriegel) in the hospital. Brady distracted EJ with an update on Rachel. Sarah lied when Kayla asked her if Brady had gotten in touch with Kristen. Brady told Kristen that Rachel previously said things were better without her around. Sarah confirmed Rachel needed to be monitored, but that the surgery went perfectly. Steve (Stephen Nichols) told Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) he had her back while she worked with the ISA to take down EJ. Cat was shocked but listened as Steve warned what would happen if EJ found out she was still ISA. Johnny (Carson Boatman) fired George (Michael Rose) and had him escorted out of the building. Steve showed up. Johnny explained that George’s computer, which was used to change Destiny’s (Sarah Bartholomew) medical records, should be in the DiMera lab since George wasn’t allowed to retrieve it. When they went to the lab, it was gone. Steve offered to keep an eye on George. Cat arrived at the DiMera mansion and filled EJ in on Dominic (Kyle Pryor) backing out of buying the Kiriakis estate. EJ asked Cat to help him get a copy of Dominic’s birth certificate from Marlena (Deidre Hall). Cat balked at first but eventually agreed after seeing how tormented EJ was over Dominic. George interrupted them. EJ was not thrilled to learn Johnny fired him. George promised EJ he wouldn’t go down alone.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 – Episode #15491
Sophia (Rachel Body) visited her own grave. Amy (Shi Ne Nielson) showed up, so she hid. After she listened to her mother grieve, Sophia appeared to her. They cried and hugged. Sophia told Amy that no one could know she was alive and explained what she had done with Johnny. Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) moved Joy (AlexAnn Hopkins) and Kelsey (Lena and Mira Chase) into the Kiriakis mansion. Joy was upset when Alex left to spend time with Stephanie (Abigail Klein) and threw a book at the door as Tate (Leo Howard) arrived. Tate was impressed with her arm strength. Then he went to check out the mansion’s gym. Bonnie (Judi Evans) checked in on Joy. When Kelsey fussed, Joy asked if she missed her daddy. Bonnie clocked that Joy missed Alex. Joy denied it. Bonnie warned Joy that Alex was off limits. At the apartment, Stephanie looked up how to fake paralysis. Alex caught her. Stephanie reminded Alex that Joy’s father was a doctor and could get her muscle relaxers. Roman (Josh Taylor) received a package for Joy at the pub. The pill bottle fell out. Roman put them back in without looking at them. Mason (Brandon Butler) talked to Roman about renting the room. Roman learned that Mason was born in Salem. Later, Mason and Tate went for a run, and he heard Sophia’s voice because a hidden Sophia called Kristen. Sydney (Sydney Malakeh) grilled Dante (Franco LoPresti) about his relationship with Sami (Alison Sweeney) and connection to Dominic. Dante insisted he loved Sami and didn’t even know Dominic that well. Sydney warned Dante that he better not be using her or her mother. Marlena and Roman came over to them at the pub. Sydney introduced them to Dante. Marlena asked for information on Dominic. Dante pulled out a photo of him on his phone as he declared they were not close and confirmed Dominic planned to come to Salem.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 – Episode #15492
Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) questioned why Joy had her father send her muscle relaxers when he brought her the package from the pub. Joy covered, saying she reinjured her shoulder during physical therapy. Philip didn’t buy it and pushed Joy to tell her family about her paralysis. Alex thanked Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) for letting Joy live in the mansion. Maggie revealed she offered to let Joy and Kelsey stay permanently. Alex visited Joy and Kelsey. They discussed her staying in the mansion after she recovered. Stephanie convinced Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) to test Joy’s reflexes without Joy knowing or preparing for it. Kayla warned Stephanie to be careful who she shared her Joy walk theory with. Later, Philip ran into Stephanie in Horton Town Square. Stephanie learned he saw Joy but didn’t share her theory. Philip admitted it was weird Joy hadn’t told her parents about her surgery or paralysis, raising a red flag for Stephanie. EJ showed up at Dante’s hotel room, demanding answers about Dominic. The two men clashed. Dante revealed Dominic was from the United States, and a woman got him settled at school each year. EJ asked if the woman’s name was Rita (Maggie Carney). Dominic said yes. EJ described her. Dante confirmed it was Rita who worked for the DiMera family. Brady informed Kristen she needed to stay away from Rachel until she worked on herself, and he was certain Kristen wouldn’t snap again. Kristen tearfully agreed. Once they learned Rachel was on the mend, Kristen told Rachel she had to go away to work on herself. Rachel compared it to her time in Bayview. Kristen admitted she made some mistakes she regrets, but promised to get better and come back to her daughter.
Thursday, October 22, 2026 – Episode #15493
Johnny and Chanel (Raven Bowens) prepared for her lumpectomy. Chanel asked Johnny to quit DiMera for the sake of their marriage. Johnny promised that once everything with the Coriseal case was settled, he would. They were met by Paulina (Jackée Harry) at the hospital. Chanel went off to surgery. Abe (James Reynolds) met with Kayla about memory and tremor symptoms he was having. Kayla vowed to keep his secret as they ran tests on him. Abe ran into Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews), Paulina, and Johnny, who were waiting to hear about Chanel’s surgery. Abe and Paulina bonded before Kayla said Chanel got the all-clear. While Chanel was in recovery, Theo suggested Paulina and Abe grab breakfast, so they did. Leo (Greg Rikaart) and Javi (Jacob Martinez) met for a drink at Small Bar. They chatted for a while, but things took a turn when Leo called them friends. Javi admitted he doesn’t want to be friends anymore. Leo was upset and rambled until Javi explained he wanted them to be on a date. They kissed. Theo invited EJ to Lexie’s (Nikki Crawford) memorial service. EJ accepted. Theo made him promise to be on his best behavior. Later, EJ found George at his house and ordered him to leave town. George accepted the money and insisted he planned to get the laptop from DiMera before he left. EJ was on board after George told him he copied a keycard to get into the lab. Hiding in the bushes, Steve watched George’s house and saw him with suitcases. Steve called Kayla to fill her in on the stakeout. Johnny also got a call from Steve, who said George seemed to be leaving town. Steve insisted George would want the laptop first and promised to follow George to DiMera. Suddenly, Steve was tased from behind. Johnny heard it.
Friday, October 23, 2026 – Episode #15494
Kayla informed Joy that she would be doing a blind test on her legs. Joy freaked out but tried to cover. Johnny interrupted to tell Kayla about his call with Steve and that he was being brought in by ambulance. Kayla called Alex and Stephanie about Steve being hurt. They showed up at the hospital at the same time as Steve, who turned out to be fine. Kayla realized she had just left Joy mid-exam. Alex went to fill Joy in on the situation and reschedule the exam. Alone, Stephanie questioned Kayla about her exam with Joy, which Kayla admitted was interrupted, and shared that the test would have to be done later. Joy fell asleep from her muscle relaxers and dreamed that Alex caught her walking. In the dream, they fought with Alex declaring he would take Kelsey away and that Stephanie would be a better mother than Joy. Suddenly, she was shaken awake by Alex, who said she was crying. Joy said she didn’t know why. Alex offered to give her a ride home. When he picked Joy up out of the hospital bed and sat her in the wheelchair, Joy screamed that she could feel him touching her legs. Johnny told Sarah about Steve and George. Sarah realized they had to find the laptop at DiMera before George and enlisted Xander to go with her. Johnny filled Steve in on Xander and Sarah’s mission. Jada (Elia Cantu) questioned Steve. He told her everything and insisted she send cops to DiMera to help Sarah and Xander. At DiMera, Xander revealed he brought a gun. Sarah was okay with it because he was protecting them. Their lab search came up empty until Xander saw a very thick picture frame. Xander removed it. They found the laptop. Sarah grabbed the computer. They were about to leave when George arrived. George demanded the laptop, or he would call the police. Sarah challenged him, so George pulled out a gun to shoot her, but Xander stepped in front of the bullet. Xander grabbed his own gun and shot George before he fell over.
The Week Ahead
Monday, October 26, 2026 – Episode #15495
Sarah works to save Xander as his life hangs in the balance. Brady receives some upsetting news. Javi and Leo have an emotional moment. Shawn puts EJ in the hot seat. Sydney turns to Marlena for help.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 – Episode #15496
Gabi questions Philip. Maggie shows Xander grace. Holly and Mason are shocked by a call on the helpline. Marlena has reservations about getting in touch with Dominic. Kristen confides in Lani.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – Episode #15497
Johnny has it out with EJ as he contemplates his future. Cat gets a warning from Steve. Alex has surprising news for Stephanie. Joy and Tate make a plan. Gwen looks back on her tragic love life.
Thursday, October 29, 2026 – Episode #15498
Some good news overjoys Chanel and Johnny. Lani’s return to the Salem PD is celebrated. Sarah and Brady have an honest and heartfelt talk. Jada demands answers from Xander.
Friday, October 30, 2026 – Episode #15499
Xander and Sarah have an emotional reunion. Julie calls it quits with Foster. Kristen wraps up her business in Salem. Thomas changes his mind about Cat. Chad and Thomas enjoy Halloween together. EJ fails to intimidate Chad.
