The Days of our Lives weekly spoilers update reveals the drama is in full swing in Salem. EJ demands answers from Kristen about Sophia and Johnny. The conversation has Kristen turning to Xander as she worries about her safety. Marlena celebrates 50 years of life in Salem. Plus, a couple of surprise returns shake things up.
Key Takeaways
- Kristen sees an unhinged side of EJ.
- Deidre Hall marks her 50th anniversary as Marlena.
- Brady and Sarah look for answers.
- Holly gets worse.
Weekly Breakdown
Monday, June 15, 2026 – Episode #15400
Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) and EJ (Daniel Feuerriegel) spotted Belle and Chad kissing on TV. EJ resumed kissing Cat. When EJ asked her to stay for dinner, Cat lied that she had a family dinner. Cat left and texted Mark (Jonah Robinson) to have dinner. They met at Small Bar. Mark was adamant that EJ’s drug not be used on their mother, raising red flags for Cat. Johnny (Carson Boatman) made it clear to Chanel (Raven Bowens) that nothing would change his love for her, especially not the way her body looked after her treatment. Paulina (Jackée Harry) arrived at their apartment to demand Johnny call EJ and get the miracle drug. Chanel shot her down, declaring she was moving forward with the treatment plan that was safe for her and the baby. Julie (Susan Seaforth Hayes) and Marlena (Deidre Hall) were thrilled to see Chad (Conner Floyd) and Belle (Martha Madison) kiss at the game on TV. Marlena brought up Julie’s date with Foster (Miles Anderson). Julie admitted she planned to see him again and got excited when Foster called, needing her help at the bookstore. EJ ran into Marlena in Horton Town Square. They talked about Chad and Belle. EJ saw it as a sign that he should be moving forward with Cat. Belle and Chad enjoyed the game, then got some alone time. They discussed the chess set Stefano (Joseph Mascolo) left Marlena, which was missing a pawn. Chad agreed to help find out what it meant.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – Episode #15401
Kate (Lauren Koslow) admitted to Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) she set up Johnny, and Xander (Paul Telfer) forced her to drop the lawsuit. Alex warned her things would get worse. Marlena ran into Roman (Josh Taylor). They discussed his troubled marriage. Kate and Marlena had it out, but Kate owned her mistake. Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) filled Stephanie (Abigail Klein) in on Gwen’s (Emily O’Brien) plan to buy the hospital. Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) opened up to Kayla about Destiny (Sarah Bartholomew), admitting she’s more determined than ever to find answers. Alex informed Kayla of Joy’s (AlexAnn Hopkins) ultimatum. Kayla felt for him. Stephanie had a session with Marlena. The doctor suggested Stephanie had abandonment issues after being kidnapped as a child and believing Steve (Stephen Nichols) was dead for many years. Alex came clean with Stephanie about the situation with Joy. Stephanie vowed to make things right for him. Brady (Eric Martsolf) filled Sarah in on what he learned about Liam (Hank Northrop), including that he’s living not far from Salem with his older half-brother and came into money. Sarah informed him Destiny had a low dose of a Coriseal in her system when she died, and so did her sister. They think the drugs were tainted. Brady looked up companies that make Coriseal, and DiMera Pharmaceuticals was one of them. Holly (Ashley Puzemis), Tate (Leo Howard), Ari (Vico Escorcia), and Aaron (Louis Tomeo) enjoyed time at the Horton cabin.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – Episode #15402
Leo (Greg Rikaart) tried to bring treats to Javi (Al Calderon), but Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) stopped him in his tracks. Gabi gloated over Javi and his new boyfriend Gus (Michael Ocampo). Sad Leo left and headed to talk to Marlena, but not about Javi. Leo shared his fear that EJ would kill Gwen (Emily O’Brien). Marlena worried for Leo. Cat informed Rafe (Galen Gering) they weren’t getting a sample of EJ’s drug. She relayed why she felt there was a problem with the drug. Rafe wondered what that meant for Lexie (Nikki Crawford). Cat told Rafe the only way to get EJ’s guard down was to get close to him, which she planned to do at any cost. Xander apologized to Johnny for everything related to the lawsuit. Johnny forgave him and told him life’s too short. Xander tried to convince Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) to give Gabi another chance. Gabi arrived to inform them she was buying into Titan instead of just giving them money. Johnny blasted EJ for not giving Paulina the miracle drug for Chanel. EJ explained that he didn’t know the effect it would have on the baby and wouldn’t use Chanel as a lab rat. Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) and Johnny decided to be co-CEOs of DiMera, much to EJ’s dismay. EJ got upset with Theo after he revealed he was giving Stefan’s (Brandon Barash) inheritance to Gabi. Chad and EJ pushed each other’s buttons over Belle and Cat. Belle and Chad realized they needed to think like John (Drake Hogestyn), not Stefano (Joseph Mascolo), regarding the chess set. Chad thinks the missing pawn piece isn’t about John, but another pawn.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 – Episode #15403
In Horton Town Square, Abe (James Reynolds) gave Paulina flowers for their anniversary, but she declined them. They remembered their wedding day. Abe apologized for not keeping in touch. Paulina revealed she questioned her decision to walk away all the time. Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) ran into Johnny. They talked about Sophia (Rachel Boyd), and Johnny revealed he doesn’t have hate for her. Kristen was shocked to learn about Chanel’s condition. She warned Johnny not to let EJ back into his life. Theo and Lani (Sal Stowers) rallied around Chanel before she had her chemo port placed. Johnny told Paulina the reason EJ didn’t want Chanel to have the miracle drug. Tate and Holly enjoyed time together at the Horton Cabin. Holly got sick before eating the food Tate made. A process server arrived to deliver papers to Holly, revealing that Amy (Shi Ne Nielson) was suing her. Dr. Rolf (Richard Wharton) told EJ he found a fix for Lexie’s condition, another dose of the miracle drug. EJ was apprehensive but agreed. Dr. Rolf gave Leixe a dose of the drug. Kristen questioned why Lexie was at the mansion and then blasted EJ for not telling her about Chanel. Alone, Kristen called her niece, Sydney. Lexie felt better and suggested to Abe they go to the Juneteenth celebration. Abe shut her down because Paulina was giving a speech. Lexie shrugged him off as she declared they were all grown-ups. Lani and Theo talked about her friendship with Kristen. Theo commented on Kristen’s hatred for EJ.
Friday, June 19, 2026 – Episode #15404
Holly called EJ to tell him Amy’s suing her. EJ promised he would take care of it. Later, as the teens had a campfire, Holly collapsed in Tate’s arms. At the DiMera mansion, Lani brought Kristen a present for Rachel (Lorelei Olivia Mote) from the aquarium. EJ was there and learned that Kristen knew Johnny would be home alone the day Sophia (Rachel Boyd) tried to kill him. Alone, Kristen and Lani caught up. Lani pushed her friend for information on Dr. Rolf. Kristen ranted about EJ always getting away with murder. EJ visited Johnny and told him about Amy suing Holly. Johnny filled EJ in on Sophia having a ghost gun and that Sophia knew he would be home alone. EJ realized Kristen was working with Sophia and ran out. Chad summoned Theo to help with the chess set. Theo was reminded of a chessboard he played on with Stefano that had a secret panel, and he uncovered a mystery key hidden inside. Abe reunited with Eli (Lamon Archey) and introduced him to Lexie. Eli asked Lexie about Dr. Rolf. Abe wasn’t pleased with the line of questioning. Eli could tell Lexie knew more than she was saying. Alone, Abe asked Lexie if she had seen Dr. Rolf. Lexie lied that she had not seen him, but he was monitoring her recovery from afar. Abe promised he was on board with whatever it took to keep Lexie alive. Lexie learned Juneteenth was Paulina and Abe’s anniversary. Paulina and Lexie took subtle digs at each other. Lexie asked Abe to move out of the guest room. Lani is not a Lexie fan.
The Week Ahead
Monday, June 22, 2026 – Episode #15405
Belle and Chad make a new discovery about the chessboard. Marlena reflects on 50 years in Salem and gets a surprise visitor. Andrew lectures Cat. EJ unleashes his fury on Kristen.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – Episode #15406
Brady officially becomes part of Black Patch. Sarah needs a favor from Xander. Stephanie gets real with Kayla. Alex ends up in panic mode because of Joy.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – Episode #15407
Sarah and Brady do more research on the recent Coriseal deaths. Holly passes out again. Liam says a proper goodbye to Ari. Theo is shocked by Gabi.
Thursday, June 25, 2026 – Episode #15408
Kristen turns to Xander as she fears for her life. Ari wants answers from Gabi. Holly shares a theory with Tate. Sarah confides in Brady. Rita informs EJ that he has a new problem.
Friday, June 26, 2026 – Episode #15409
Belle and Chad learn more about the mystery of Stefano’s chess set. EJ makes Xander squirm in front of Sarah. Kristen and Brady deliver bad news to Rachel. Stephanie makes an empowering decision. Philip and Alex fear what’s next for them.
