It’s a week of emotional reunions and romance as some bring joy and others bring heartache, according to Days of our Lives spoilers. Meanwhile, a young mother faces a scary diagnosis, a baby is on the brink of being born, and a heroine is about to take her last breath. Here’s your DAYS video preview for the week of August 17-21, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Abe and Theo reunite with Lexie as her condition worsens.
- Joy receives frightening news about what her future could hold.
- Chanel prepares to welcome new life as Lexie’s loved ones face heartbreak.
Reunited with Lexie and Trey
Abe (James Reynolds) and Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) make their way to Lexie’s (Nikki Crawford) bedside. She’s lying still and looking weak as she glances over at them.
Reunited with Trey
Across town, Aaron (Louis Tomeo) is reunited with his son, Trey. He runs into the tyke, who’s sitting in his stroller at Brady Pub, and can’t help but smile down at the little boy he gave away for adoption.
Ready for Romance?
Julie (Susan Seaforth Hayes) has another date with Foster (Miles Anderson), and it looks like this one may take a romantic turn. Foster leans toward her, ready to give her a kiss. But is Julie really ready for that?
The Power of Love
Meanwhile, Miles away in Alamainia, Leo (Greg Rikaart) delivers some powerful words to Dimitri (Peter Porte). “If you really love me, you will let me go,” says Leo. Dimitri stares back at him and shakes his head no.
Worst-Case Scenario?
At Salem University Hospital, Joy (AlexAnn Hopkins) receives some scary news about her condition from Kayla (Mary Beth Evans). “Worst case scenario is paralysis,” announces Kayla. Joy stares back at her in stunned disbelief, trying to take it all in.
A Tale of Two Lives
Back at Lexie’s bedside, it appears that she’s taking a turn for the worse. Abe and Theo hover over her with tears in their eyes, while Abe holds his ailing wife’s hand.
In another hospital room, Johnny (Carson Boatman) is holding Chanel’s (Raven Bowens) hand, while his wife is in full-blown labor. “Okay, Chanel,” says Kayla. “We’re in the home stretch.” The mother-to-be cries out in pain, ready to deliver her first child and bring a new life into the world.
