Days of our Lives spoilers for the week of January 12-16, 2026 tease the aftermath of Dimitri’s grand arrival.
Key Takeaways
- Dimitri showed up, making Javi question Leo’s love for him.
- Leo told Dimitri they’re over, but Dimitri kissed him.
- Dr. Rolf sneaked into Peter’s room and then Peter flatlined.
- Brady and Sarah spent New Year’s Eve together.
- Theo woke up.
Weekly Recap
Monday, January 5, 2026, Episode #15285
Holly (Ashley Puzemis) surprised Tate (Leo Howard) by coming home for New Year’s. Brady (Eric Martsolf) rang in the new year with Sarah (Linsey Godfrey). Jeremy (Michael Roark) told Julie (Susan Seaforth Hayes) he plans on leaving Salem. Dimitri (Peter Porte) revealed he was kidnapped and held in Alamannia and was still in love with Leo (Greg Rikaart). Both Leo and Dimitri believed Gwen (Emily O’Brien) was behind his arrival. Javi (Al Calderon) decided they shouldn’t file the marriage certificate until Leo figures things out.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, Episode #15286
While Javi drowned his sorrows, Leo confided in Marlena (Deidre Hall). Rafe (Galen Gering) and Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) speculated about Dimitri’s arrival. Gwen demanded Dimitri can’t stay at the DiMera Mansion, them Dimitri told her he wants a divorce. When Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) woke up, he couldn’t remember all the details of what happened in the crypt.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Episode #15287
Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) prepared to say goodbye to Peter (Dan Gauthier), but then he woke up. Later, a mysterious nurse injected Peter’s IV with something, who was revealed to be Rolf (Richard Wharton). Rafe (Galen Gering) and Jada (Elia Cantu) learned that Peter may have been working with Vivian (Louise Sorel), then wondered if Stefan (Brandon Barash) was really dead. Kate (Lauren Koslow) broke it to Bonnie (Judi Evans) that they can’t sign her as an author. Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) told Xander (Paul Telfer) he wants to cancel Stephanie’s (Abigail Klein) book tour to keep her safe from her stalker.
Thursday, January 8, 2026, Episode #15288
Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) broke it to Kristen that Peter was gone. Later, she asked Rafe to help her get revenge on EJ (Dan Feuerriegel). Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) dealt with the aftermath of becoming CEO. Stephanie and Alex shared their good news with Chad (Billy Flynn), then when Alex finally told her he cancelled her book tour, she was furious. When Chad and Belle (Martha Madison) ran into each other, the dating app match came up and Chad decided to ask her out.
Friday, January 9, 2026, Episode #15289
Xander (Paul Telfer) and Johnny (Carson Boatman) spoke about being opposing CEOs. After Chanel (Raven Bowens) told Paulina (Jackee Harry) she’s pregnant, she grabbed her stomach and realized something was wrong. When she went to the hospital, Sarah assured her the baby was fine. Sarah learned her divorce was final. When Brady met Xander at Titan, Xander tore into him over Sarah and fired him. Dimitri informed Gwen that he froze all of his accounts so she couldn’t take his money. Leo went to see Javi to talk things out, and when Leo kissed him, Javi pushed him away. Later, when Leo visited Dimitri to make sure he knew they weren’t getting back together, Dimitri planted a kiss on him.
Week Ahead
Soon, in Salem, Leo is left conflicted about his feelings, while a break-in occurs.
Next Week’s Breakdown
Monday, January 12, 2026, Episode #15290
Dimitri shocks Leo.
Maggie confronts Xander.
Sarah comforts Brady.
Steve and Alex object to Stephanie’s idea.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Episode #15291
Cat questions Gwen.
Dimitri spins a story for Rafe.
Kristen persuades Sarah.
Brady voices his concerns to Rachel’s doctor.
Sophia asks Rachel for a favor.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Episode #15292
Leo opens up to Chad.
Gwen questions Kristen.
Holly asks Ari to join a sorority with her.
Brady and Tate discuss Basic Black.
Rachel and Sophia plot.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, Episode #15293
Brady confides in Marlena.
Maggie vents to Julie.
Sarah confronts Xander.
Jeremy advises Rachel.
Jada congratulates Stephanie.
Friday, January 16, 2026, Episode #15294
Javi receives troubling news.
Leo presses Gwen.
Johnny tips Rafe off.
Cat attempts a break in.
Chanel confides in Theo.
