In Days of Our Lives Recap for August 20, 2025, Salem was shaken by shocking revelations. EJ discovered the truth about his shooter, Stephanie balanced romance with unexpected business requests, Gabi faced Philip’s suspicions, and Steve deepened his investigation into Titan’s secrets. Loyalties fractured, and tensions soared.
Stephanie and Alex Mix Business with Pleasure
Stephanie worked on her murder mystery book, holding a finger gun at Alex in jest. Their playful moment quickly shifted when Alex asked for her help with Titan-DiMera PR. Under Xander’s orders, he needed her support if Philip’s scandal leaked.
Stephanie reluctantly agreed, though she made it clear it wasn’t for Xander but for Alex himself. Their flirtation continued, with Alex revealing an embarrassing past prank that once landed him in legal trouble. Later, Stephanie teased him by showing up in a toga, further mixing fun with their complicated partnership.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Gabi Faces Questions About the FOIA Request
Shocking ConfessionGabi worried about the Titan-DiMera bosses reacting to Steve’s Freedom of Information Act request. Steve reassured her that if they were panicking, it meant something was hidden. His suspicions only deepened as the paperwork he received seemed legitimate.
Later, Gabi crossed paths with Philip at the Square, interrupting his chat with Belle. Gabi innocently invited him to lunch, but Philip questioned her intentions. When asked if she filed the FOIA request, she swore on her daughter’s life that she hadn’t. Philip, though unconvinced, agreed to join her for lunch without business talk.
Steve’s Suspicions Grow Stronger
Steve invited Belle to his office, where she reflected on memories of her late father. He asked if she knew of any questionable actions Philip had taken with the family business. Belle, citing attorney-client privilege, could not answer his probing questions.
Frustrated, Steve turned to another avenue. After Belle left, he called Paul to request ISA assistance in retrieving original court records. He needed to uncover how Philip ended up with half of Titan and whether shady dealings were involved.
Days of Our Lives Recap: EJ Confronts Rachel’s Dark Secret
EJ was stunned when he realized Rachel had shot him. Marlena revealed she suspected but wasn’t certain until his memory returned. EJ struggled with the revelation, furious that Johnny nearly took the fall for Rachel’s actions. Marlena reminded him Rachel suffered from dissociative amnesia.
Trying to calm himself, EJ admitted Rachel hadn’t meant harm. She only wanted answers about her grandmother’s whereabouts. Still, the weight of the truth crushed him. When Kristen arrived, EJ revealed Rachel was his shooter. Kristen refused to believe it until EJ detailed the events. Marlena explained Rachel’s symptoms, leaving Kristen heartbroken.
Kristen begged EJ not to go to the police. Though torn, EJ made it clear he would not sacrifice his son’s future. He loved Rachel deeply but knew Johnny’s freedom mattered too. Unless Kristen could find another solution, EJ felt he had no choice but to reveal the truth. This left Kristen shattered, realizing the balance of family loyalty and justice was about to collapse. The DiMera family faced a heartbreaking fracture, with no easy resolution in sight.
This Days of Our Lives Recap for August 20, 2025, highlighted explosive revelations and tangled loyalties. From Stephanie and Alex’s complicated romance to EJ’s devastating discovery, Salem is bracing for fallout. Keep following Soap Opera Daily for more Days of Our Lives Recap updates and daily coverage.