In this Days of Our Lives Recap for May 2, 2025, Brady clashes with Kristen over Rachel’s care, while Xander wrestles with vengeance. Belle finally admits her love for EJ. Meanwhile, Tate delivers a surprise punch, and EJ recalls a chilling memory that could change everything in Salem. Secrets won’t stay buried.
Brady Confronts Kristen
Brady headed to the DiMera mansion to get Rachel. Kristen stopped him cold. She claimed therapy failed. Only finding her mother would help now. Brady wasn’t having it. Kristen tried changing the subject—asking for help with her business pitch. Brady refused. He demanded to see Rachel instead.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Sarah Tries Soothing Xander’s Fury
At home, Xander vented to Sarah about Philip. He couldn’t stand working from home anymore. Philip’s presence enraged him. Sarah offered a massage and a calmer solution. She urged him to “ease” Philip out instead of going full revenge mode. Xander still wanted Philip to suffer. But Sarah reminded him of Victoria. She asked him to focus on their daughter. Xander agreed and walked her to the hospital.
Belle Opens Up to Marlena
Belle visited Marlena for an update on John. No luck yet, but Paul had hope. Talk shifted to Johnny and EJ. Marlena worried. Belle revealed she finally admitted her love for EJ. Marlena was proud. Belle asked for advice. Marlena said love needed more heart than logic. Later, Marlena found Brady at the hospital. She encouraged him to keep Rachel in therapy. Brady appreciated her support.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Sophia Collapses in Public
Sophia ran into Amy in the square. Amy asked about adoption papers. Sophia said Johnny changed his mind. Amy comforted her daughter, but got upset when Sophia mentioned another adoption agency. Amy believed Sophia should raise the baby.
The argument got intense. Sophia felt dizzy. Amy called for help. Sarah and Xander rushed in. Sarah got Sophia to the hospital.
At the Salem Inn, Johnny opened his door to Tate—who punched him right in the face! Tate accused Johnny of manipulating Sophia and Chanel. Johnny admitted guilt but blamed his fear of becoming like EJ. Tate reminded him he wasn’t his father. Then rushed off after Amy called.
EJ Has a Secret Plan
EJ reviewed footage of Johnny pointing a gun at him. He met with Rita and handed her a memory card. Kristen barged in, suspicious as always. She grilled Rita about Rachel’s disappearance. Rita denied any involvement. EJ returned and sent Kristen packing. He ordered Rita to hide the memory card. She promised complete loyalty.
Belle arrived at the DiMera mansion. She comforted Brady before heading inside. Brady asked Kristen to keep a close watch on Rachel. Kristen blamed Rachel’s behavior on their chaotic family.
Inside, Belle questioned EJ about why he left the hospital. He revealed he remembered a camera from the shooting. He asked if Belle had anything to do with it. She denied it. EJ believed her but still felt betrayed by Johnny’s hatred.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Final Moments in Salem
At the hospital, Sarah told everyone Sophia was stable but needed strict bed rest. Amy wanted Sophia to stop working. Prom was now off the table. Elsewhere, Xander crossed paths with Johnny. They discussed Titan’s takeover. Johnny made one thing clear—EJ should never get the company back.
Back at the mansion, EJ thanked Belle. He passed out mid-sentence from medication. As he dozed off on Belle, he remembered everything. Johnny had the gun. The camera caught it. EJ woke up horrified, hiding his fear from Belle.
This Days of Our Lives Recap proves Salem isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Secrets are bubbling. Tensions are exploding. And the DiMera family is hanging by a thread. For more drama-filled updates, stay with us at Soap Opera Daily. Don’t forget to like, comment, and share if you loved the chaos. Until next time!
