Several months ago rumors started surfacing about Judith Chapman’s possible return to the DOOL canvas. However, Days of Our Lives Comings and Goings now confirms that the prolific performer is indeed reprising her role as sassy Diana Cooper in the June 25, 2024, episode. For the unversed, Diana is Leo Stark’s mom and has been in prison for a while.
Longtime fans may remember that when Diana was first introduced she went by Colville as her last name, then played by Laura Collins. However, when the character was reintroduced in 2019, she came back with a new last name – Cooper, as well as, a recast! She was revealed to be trouble maker Leo Stark’s mother around the same time.
Although she hasn’t been on-screen for quite some time, we do know that Leo visits her at Statesville off-screen. In fact, he has mentioned in passing that his visits never go down well, since his mom is so devious. However, new Days spoilers reveal that his next visit to his mum will be an on-screen one!
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We know that Leo has been seeking therapy from Marlena for his deep-set issues these days. In one of their upcoming sessions, Marlena may realize that his issues stem from his mother. Thus, she may tell him that he needs to address them by standing up to her. Thus, leading Leo to Statesville to have a face-to-face with his mother where he finally speaks his mind.
Although we doubt that monster mamma would offer any sort of remorse or apology to him. But he might still find some solace in finally standing up to her. He may even tell her that if she doesn’t own up to the devious acts she has done, he will cut her out of his life completely. Do you think it will make any difference to Diana?
Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Days of Our Lives Comings and Goings, and other updates on that! Meanwhile, tell us in the comments if you think Leo should just cut ties with his mom and move on!