In Days of Our Lives Recap For May 22, 2025, secrets erupt, danger escalates, and hearts get broken across Salem. From Ari’s shocking birthday twist to a deadly drug hunt, this episode delivers a rollercoaster of drama and destruction.
Holly Tries to Save Doug from Himself
Doug spent his shift fending off loan sharks while trying to refocus on his future. Holly rushed in with GED books, determined to help him pass. They connected over poetry, but a Ralph Waldo Emerson quote stirred emotional wounds. Holly questioned Doug about his new job and run-in with Julie.
He confessed his guilt over stealing her necklace and insisted on returning it. Holly suggested asking John Black for help, but Doug hesitated. Still, he planned to follow some leads while Holly hit the books for finals.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Arianna’s Birthday Ends in Disappointment
At the Hernandez home, Marlena and Gabi celebrated Ari’s birthday alone. Rafe was away, and Javi was avoiding Gabi. Marlena expressed disappointment that Will and Sonny weren’t around, but Ari brushed it off. She admitted she wasn’t graduating in person, calling it “performative,” and asked to stay for summer.
Gabi was thrilled, but Marlena sensed something was off. When she left, Ari pretended to go to bed but instead sneaked out to Small Bar. There, she found Doug, lied about her age, and convinced him to celebrate with her.
Later, Gabi panicked when she found Ari’s room empty. Ari, meanwhile, was in Doug’s hotel room. Her phone kept buzzing with Gabi’s calls, but she silenced it and stayed in bed with him.
Steve and Shawn Go All In on Versavix Hunt
Steve and Shawn teamed up at Black Patch to trace a mysterious new drug, Versavix. Belle discovered Asher, Kevin’s old roommate, had ties to Hope and a drug arrest. She informed Shawn, who contacted Hope for help.
Steve found a name on the Dark Web linked to Asher and arranged a meet. Dr. Russell agreed to help if they secured a sample. At a rundown warehouse, Shawn and Steve discovered it was a meth lab. Before they could act, Hope called with bad news—Bo was dying.
Steve urged Shawn to say goodbye, but Shawn insisted they push forward. Just then, Steve’s “idea” appeared—a hooded figure turned out to be John Black, ready to help.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Belle and Brady Clash Over EJ DiMera
Back at the Evans home, Belle and Brady discussed Tate and Sophia before arguing over Belle’s relationship with EJ. Brady couldn’t forgive EJ for the past, especially Rachel’s kidnapping. Belle defended EJ’s attempts to change, calling him a better man now.
Brady remained skeptical, but Belle insisted he think about the hospital’s future, not family grudges. Their argument cooled down just in time for John’s welcome home party. But it wasn’t John who arrived—it was Paul. Marlena soon returned with heartbreaking news—Bo was dying.
In the final scenes, Holly looked over her shoulder, clearly being followed. Gabi called JJ in panic, unable to find Ari. Meanwhile, Ari silenced her phone as she stayed in Doug’s bed. Back at the meth lab, John Black arrived to help Steve and Shawn. But foreshadowing loomed large—John’s heroics might come at a deadly price. That’s a wrap on the Days of Our Lives Recap For May 22, 2025. For more twists, tears, and Salem secrets, stay tuned with Soap Opera Daily.
