The Days of our Lives spoilers update for May 25-29 reveals that it’s a week filled with loss for Marlena and Amy, as well as hard truths for Gabi, Chanel, Sarah, Xander, and more. Plus, Jack and Jennifer are back in Salem, where they have a touching reunion with JJ, and Jennifer takes a new stance with Cat.
Weekly Recap
Monday, May 18, 2026 – Episode #15380
Xander (Paul Telfer turned down Kristen’s (Stacy Haiduk) request that he kill EJ (Dan Feuerriegel). Their talk got them fired up, and they hit the sheets, leading to Xander hurting his elbow. At the hospital, Xander lied to Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) about how he sustained the injury as she fixed him up. Stephanie (Abigail Klein) told Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) she doesn’t want to be a stepmother to Kelsey. Alex met with Joy (AlexAnn Hopkins) to discuss legal matters about the baby. Joy surprised Alex by declaring she wanted Kelsey’s middle name to be Adrienne (Judi Evans). Brady (Eric Martsolf) listened to Stephanie vent about her feelings about Alex, Kelsey, and Joy at the shooting range. Paulina (Jackée Harry) broke down to Chanel (Raven Bowens) over not knowing where she stands with Abe (James Reynolds) now that Lexis is back (Nikki Crawford). Chanel advised Paulina to talk to Abe. Lani (Sal Stowers) got honest with Chanel about facing reality instead of burying her head in the sand.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 – Episode #15381
Abe thanked EJ for bringing Lexie back, even though he knew it was for EJ’s own selfish reasons. Then he demanded EJ stay away from Lexie and Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews). EJ was shocked to learn Abe was conflicted between Lexie and Paulina. Lexie complained to Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) that Paulina was a bad person. Kayla defended Paulina, which only freaked Lexie out more over who Abe would choose. Lexie informed Abe that she wanted to meet Paulina so they could all deal with the reality of their situation. Kayla told EJ the hospital board filed a complaint with the state medical agency over his recent activities, which he balked at. Stephanie convinced Alex not to go to Tripp’s (Lucas Adams) wedding in Asia because of Kelsey. She felt Alex should bond with his daughter one-on-one, and he ultimately agreed. Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) checked in on Joy at Chloe’s (Nadia Bjorlin) request. Theo met Joy, and sparks flew.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – Episode #15382
EJ filled Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) in on his situation with the hospital board and hinted that Sydney might be popping up in Salem soon. When he mentioned their time in Italy again, Cat squirmed, leading EJ to call her out. Cat admitted she had fears about digging into the past. Belle (Martha Madison) and Chad (Conner Floyd) enjoyed their first date in Horton Town Square. They even decided to go to a Cubs game to honor John (Drake Hogestyn) for a second date. Things took an awkward turn when Cat and EJ strolled through the town square. Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) bribed Liam (Hank Northrop) with $150,000 to leave town. Liam turned her down, citing his parents, his son, and his plea deal. Gabi promised to take care of all of that so he could leave town if he vowed never to see Ari (Vico Escorcia) again, and Liam agreed. Sarah and Amy (Shi Ne Nielson) had a heart-to-heart on the bridge, where a memorial to Sophia (Rachel Boyd) had been set up. Gabi and Sarah informed Ari and Holly that Amy (Shi Ne Nielson) has planned a service for Sophia and connived the two girls into attending against their better judgement.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Episode #15383
EJ went ballistic after Theo told him Tony (Thaao Penghlis) tried to replace Johnny (Carson Boatman) as CEO of DiMera Enterprises with Gabi. Tony and EJ fought over it, with no resolution and plenty of mudslinging. After learning that Tony was planning to stay in Salem to run DiMera Enterprises, Anna (Leann Hunley) ran straight to Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) to tell him how Gabi betrayed him. Later, Philip dumped her without hesitation. When Paulina met Lexie, the gloves came off. Lexie made it clear she was fighting for Abe, and Paulina needed to step aside. Paulina agreed to do just that for Theo and Abe. Theo informed Abe that Paulina had known about Lexie for weeks. At the hospital, Theo felt bad when Lexie told him Paulina was out of the picture. Paulina shocked Abe with the news she was moving out. Gwen (Emily O’Brien) and Xander’s bedroom tryst was interrupted when the sprinklers in his apartment went off. Xander then headed straight to Kristen’s room at the Salem Inn, where they made out. Julie agreed to help Gabi get Liam out of town for Ari’s sake. Anna told Tony she spilled the beans about Gabi, leading Tony to lose it on his wife.
Friday, May 22, 2026 – Episode #15384
Steve (Stephen Nichols) and Kayla looked back on their four decades of being in love with flashbacks from their life together. Alex and Stephanie enjoyed a special moment before she left with her parents for Tripp’s wedding. Stephanie told Alex she would be with him at his next visit with Kelsey. Jack (Matthew Ashford) shocked Gwen when he showed up at her hotel room and declared he wanted a relationship with her. Gwen broke down as she admitted she’s always felt unloved and unwanted. Jack reassured her that she was loved and wanted by him. They agreed to work on their relationship. Gabi filled Xander in on her breakup with Philip and on her role in blowing up the Titan/DiMera merger. Xander was furious but kept his cool because he’s a new man now. Gabi promised that when she got Stefan’s (Brandon Barash) inheritance, she would compensate Titan for the damage she caused. Sarah was not thrilled to learn Xander was moving back into the Kiriakis mansion. Jack and Steve had a lovely brotherly moment talking about family.
The Week Ahead
Monday, May 25, 2026 – Episode #15385
Philip opens up to Brady. Amy is crushed by what’s recovered from the river. Jennifer and Jack have a heart-to-heart about their children. JJ returns home. Gabi and Gwen commiserate. Sarah tries to change Xander’s mind.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 – Episode #15386
Jennifer proposes a truce to Cat. EJ updates Johnny on Tony’s plan. Chanel gets her biopsy results. Xander and Sarah acknowledge hard truths. Alex and Joy bond.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 – Episode #15387
Theo comforts Paulina. Marlena hypnotizes EJ. Gabi confides in Ari. Tate urges Holly to do the right thing. Amy plans for revenge.
Thursday, May 28, 2026 – Episode #15388
Johnny and Chanel share a hopeful moment. Lexie demands answers from EJ. Abe admits the truth to Theo. Javi, on his way to meet his new boyfriend Gus, runs into Leo.
Friday, May 29, 2026 – Episode #15389
Family and friends support Marlena on the anniversary of John’s death. Belle and Brady make a discovery. Holly shares her emotional struggles with Sarah. Eli comforts Lani. Foster asks Julie out for dinner.
