The latest Days of Our Lives Recap For September 25, 2025 brings shocking twists as Salem faces a citywide blackout. From Xander and Sarah’s tense reunion to Sophia’s disturbing manipulation of Holly, chaos spreads while EJ and Belle are forced into uneasy company.
Xander Refuses Therapy With Sarah
Xander enjoyed a playful moment with Victoria until Sarah arrived at their old apartment. The cheerful scene quickly turned serious when Sarah brought up couples therapy. Xander, however, dismissed the idea, insisting their relationship was stable enough.
Still, his demeanor told a different story. He admitted their biggest hurdle was Sarah believing he had attacked Philip. Despite his claims of stability, Xander avoided meeting her eyes, hinting at unresolved guilt. Their conversation was interrupted later when the blackout forced Sarah to stay overnight.
Days of Our Lives Recap: The Sophia Plots Against Johnny’s Adoption
In the town square, Johnny bumped into Sophia while carrying a crib. His cheerful news about adopting set her off. Sophia sneered at his quick decision to become a father and demanded answers he struggled to provide.
After Johnny left, Sophia opened her laptop and wrote a letter to Child Services. Claiming to be Tesoro’s mother, she objected to the adoption. Watching Johnny nearby, she smirked while adding accusations about his personal life, determined to sabotage his happiness.
Holly’s Night Takes a Dark Turn
Meanwhile, Ari encouraged Holly to attend a party and distract herself from Tate. Holly resisted, focused on her schoolwork, but a sudden computer crash erased her progress. Johnny stepped in over the phone to calm her, realizing she had been drinking.
Sophia soon found her way to the dorms, confronting Holly directly. Pretending innocence, she spiked Holly’s drink while Ari briefly stepped out. Holly became increasingly ill, unaware of Sophia’s scheme. The disturbing setup ended with Sophia snapping an inappropriate photo of the unconscious girl.
Days of Our Lives Recap: EJ’s Secret Plans With Gwen
EJ revealed a hidden project to Gwen, guiding her into a construction site. He described it as a clinic, though hinted at secret purposes behind its secured walls. Gwen questioned the expenses, but EJ assured her profits would outweigh concerns.
Handing Gwen an envelope of cash, EJ tasked her with bribing an electrician to stay silent. Despite Gwen’s suspicions, EJ remained confident and dismissive, leaving her unsettled about his motives. The blackout later trapped Gwen inside, locked away by the very security EJ trusted.
Chad Confronts Cat About Jennifer
Chad dropped by Cat’s apartment while she wrapped up a workout. After some flirting, they discussed Jennifer’s assignment on Dr. Tom Horton. Cat was uncomfortable with the project, fearing the family tension around Mark’s release.
Their conversation turned personal before the blackout ended the moment abruptly. Darkness fell over the city, halting their plans and leaving them stuck together in uncertainty.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Belle Challenges EJ Over John’s Will
Belle returned home to update Marlena about John’s will. She revealed concerns that EJ might mishandle the hospital funds. Determined to protect her father’s wishes, Belle vowed to monitor EJ closely.
She later confronted EJ at the hospital, warning him she would watch every move. EJ smirked, unbothered by her threats. Their tense exchange ended with both trapped in the elevator during the blackout, forced into an uneasy alliance.
Marlena Faints As Darkness Falls
As the blackout spread across Salem, Marlena returned home only to collapse on her couch. The sudden fainting spell added more worry to the night’s events. Throughout Salem, the power outage created dangerous and intimate scenarios. From Xander’s forced reunion with Sarah to Sophia’s vile manipulation of Holly, the city plunged into chaos that promises bigger fallout ahead.
The Days of Our Lives Recap For September 25, 2025 highlighted shocking betrayals, dangerous schemes, and a citywide blackout trapping Salem’s residents. With EJ hiding secrets, Sophia pushing Holly to the edge, and Xander resisting Sarah, fans can expect explosive drama ahead. Stay tuned with Soap Opera Daily for the next update.