The Days of our Lives spoilers update for May 18-22 reveal that Gabi goes back on a promise she made to Ari about Liam, while Gwen gets an unexpected phone call, and Lexie’s return continues to shake up Salem. Plus, Kayla and Steve take a trip down memory lane.
Weekly Recap
Monday, May 11, 2026 – Episode #15375
Lexie’s (Nikki Crawford) return left the DiMera family, Abe (James Reynolds), and Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) reeling. EJ (Daniel Feuerriegel) admitted to everyone that Lexie was the person in the pod. Theo confirmed to Abe and Paulina (Jackée Harry) he knew Lexie was in the pod. The latter admitted to Theo that she also knew about Lexie. Tony (Thaao Penghlis) and Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) clashed over her being the rightful heir to Stefan’s (Brandon Barash) inheritance and his double-crossing her. EJ crushed Chad’s hope of Abigail (Marci Miller) being brought back like Lexie when he revealed Lexie’s body was preserved right after her death, and Abigail’s was not.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – Episode #15376
Belle (Martha Madison) sought advice from Marlena (Deidre Hall) as Sophia’s (Rachel Boyd) mom, Amy (Shi Ne Nielson), pushed to have cyberbullying charges brought against Holly (Ashley Puzemis). Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) and Brady (Eric Martsolf) enjoyed some quality time together before they separately checked in on Holly and Tate (Leo Howard) following Sophia’s death. Holly spiraled when Sarah informed her of Amy’s vendetta against her. Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) and Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) bonded over their love for each other after he got Vivian’s (Louise Sorel) signature to help her prove that Vivian, not Stefan (Brandon Barash), signed the divorce papers. Meanwhile, Liam (Hank Northrop) tried to fight his feelings for Ari (Vico Escorcia), but she wore him down, and they shared their first kiss.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 – Episode #15377
Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) confirmed to Theo and Abe that Lexie was, in fact, Lexie based on DNA results. Paulina confided in Marlena (Deidre Hall) and Chanel (Raven Bowens) about her fear she had lost Abe to his great love, Lexie. Later, Abe tried to talk to Paulina, but she pushed him toward Lexie, his real wife. Finally, Lexie woke up in the hospital only to learn over a decade had passed, her son had grown up, and her husband was remarried. Steve (Stephen Nichols) paid Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) a visit and reassured him that Alex and baby Kelsey are family. The two men bonded over family and fatherhood. Gwen (Emily O’Brien) pushed back on EJ moving to the next phase of their plan, but when he revealed the amount of money they could make, she quickly changed her tune. In true EJ fashion, he then double-crossed Gwen by taking a chunk of her profits, sending her spiraling.
Thursday, May 14, 2026 – Episode #15378
Tate and Holly argued over school and Sophia. Holly confided in him that the medication Sophia gave her was still impacting her mentally. Ari and Gabi had it out about Ari’s childhood, Gabi’s absence when she was growing up, and Liam. They exchanged harsh words before Gabi agreed to let Ari make her own mistakes. Chanel filled Johnny in on Lexie and EJ’s role in it. She also had her biopsy and received an inspirational talk from Sarah. Jada informed Sophia’s parents, Amy and Jason (Stephen Oyoung), that the search for her was now a recovery, not a rescue. The news sent Amy into a rampage, and she made a beeline to blame Holly. Amy vowed Holly would end up behind bars for the cyberbullying of Sophia, before Sarah burst in to defend her niece. Shawn (Brandon Beemerr) got released from the hospital and went home with Jada, where sparks flew between the former couple.
Friday, May 15, 2026 – Episode #15379
EJ shocked Cat with the news he’s having Marlena hypnotize him to learn more about their time in Italy. Cat ran to Rafe (Galen Gering), where she dropped the bomb that Leo questioned if she was ISA, and EJ was digging into their time in Italy together. Rafe reminded her the focus was stopping EJ before he sold the resurrecting drug on the black market. Chad agreed to let Leo run the Lexie story, but with conditions. EJ and Chad clashed over Cat, with Chad’s jealous side coming out. Gwen put Xander (Paul Telfer) in the hot seat over their arrangement. Xander reminded her they are no strings attached, leading Gwen to get riled up and frustrated. Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) vented to Chad about EJ and her fear for the family now that playing God has become EJ’s MO. She then summoned Xander to declare she needs him to kill EJ,
The Week Ahead
Monday, May 18, 2026 – Episode #15380
Kristen turns to Xander with a proposal. Brady goes out of his way for Sarah. Gwen vents to Leo. Stephanie admits a hard truth to Alex. Chanel downplays her biopsy to Paulina.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 – Episode #15381
Abe thanks EJ. Lexie demands to meet Paulina. Theo opens up to Gabi. Philip checks up on Joy. Alex and Stephanie steal a romantic moment.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – Episode #15382
Amy mourns Sophia. Gabi makes Liam in offer. Holly and Ari grapple with difficult feelings. Cat questions EJ. Belle and Chad finally have their long-awaited dinner date.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Episode #15383
Anna gets frustrated with Tony. Philip shares the truth with Gabi. Xander makes a suggestion to Gwen. Theo urges Abe to stop avoiding a decision. Paulina visits Lexie.
Friday, May 22, 2026 – Episode #15384
Jack reaches out to Gwen. Gabi confesses. Xander surprises Sarah. Stephanie checks on Alex. Kayla and Steve reminisce.
