The buzz is real, and now it’s confirmed—Arianna Horton is coming back to Days of Our Lives! This long-anticipated return has fans cheering, especially now that Days of Our Lives Comings and Goings has confirmed that Arianna is being aged up and will be played by Marissa Reyes.
Arianna Comes Home to Salem
Arianna, Gabi’s daughter with Will, hasn’t been seen in years. She was last played by Lane Rosa and had been living in Arizona with Will and Sonny. But now, things are changing fast. According to Soap Opera Digest, Arianna will return in May for a story arc set to last several months.
This version of Arianna is no longer a little girl. The show has officially applied Soap Opera Rapid Aging Syndrome (SORAS), aging her into a teenager. The role now belongs to Marissa Reyes, who recently starred alongside Kate Hudson in Running Point on Netflix.
Though Reyes is a newcomer to daytime TV, she’s already turning heads. She’s appeared in behind-the-scenes content with the DOOL cast, teasing her involvement even before the official confirmation. Now we know for sure—she’s the new Arianna.
This change opens doors for teen drama, budding romance, and family tension. Viewers can expect to see Gabi and Arianna reconnect under one roof, likely stirring up emotions and unexpected challenges.
Days of Our Lives Comings and Goings: From a One-Night Stand to Co-Parenting
Longtime fans remember Arianna’s complex roots. Gabi and Will conceived her during a messy time post-high school. Will was struggling with his identity, which led to a one-night stand with Gabi. Eventually, Will came out and began a relationship with Sonny.
Despite everything, the trio co-parented Arianna. When Gabi went to prison for killing Nick, WilSon raised Ari alone. Arianna eventually moved away with them to Arizona, then New Zealand. Still, she kept in touch with her mom.
With Gabi now caught up in a shooting scandal and dealing with the loss of her company, the timing couldn’t be more dramatic. Arianna’s return may bring comfort—or complications. Either way, this reunion is bound to tug at heartstrings. Will Arianna fall into Salem’s growing teen scene? Will we see her involved in a young love story? Viewers will have to wait and see, but fireworks are coming.
Marissa Reyes as Arianna Horton marks a new chapter in Days of Our Lives Comings and Goings. This casting change promises to shake up the teen scene and reignite old family bonds. Fans better buckle up—Ari’s home, and Salem won’t be the same. Don’t miss out on the drama that’s about to unfold! Keep checking back with Soap Opera Daily for all the Days of Our Lives casting news, spoilers, and reunion scoops. Big moments are coming!
