In the August 4, 2025, episode, emotional reunions and tense discoveries shook Salem. As Sami grieved with Marlena, Chanel rushed to help Felicity. Meanwhile, Julie and JJ unraveled the mystery behind Chad and Cat’s sudden disappearance. Here’s your Days of Our Lives Recap.
Sami Returns and Faces Her Guilt
Sami’s unexpected return caught Marlena off guard, but emotions took over instantly. The mother and daughter collapsed into a tearful embrace, mourning John’s passing. Sami’s guilt poured out as she confessed regrets — missing John’s final moments, not calling, and not showing her appreciation enough.
Marlena reassured her, reminding Sami that John always saw her as his daughter. Their emotional talk led to more tears, as Sami promised to be there for her mother. Marlena stepped aside to give Sami and Johnny space, holding onto the belief that healing had begun.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Johnny and Sami Reflect on John’s Legacy
Johnny entered just in time to comfort his mom. Their shared grief brought another round of tears. Sami spoke about how proud John had been of his grandson. Johnny, clearly emotional, clung to his mother before heading off to court.
Alone, Sami addressed John’s photo. Her grief overwhelmed her as she apologized for everything. A touching flashback to her wedding to Lucas and John’s support sealed the heartbreak. Sami hugged the photo tightly, breaking down once more.
Cat and Chad’s Disappearance Unfolds
Meanwhile, Chanel and Johnny’s happy moment got interrupted when Felicity arrived with shocking news—Cat had vanished. Chanel rushed Felicity to the police station, where JJ prepared to issue an alert. But when Chanel and Felicity revealed Chad was also missing, JJ quickly connected the dots
At the hospital, Julie noticed an out-of-order elevator. Her instincts kicked in. Down below, Cat woke up beside Chad, recalling a haunting dream. Though she tried to escape, things went south fast. But her effort led to Julie finally hearing them.
Julie’s discovery came just in time. As she contacted JJ, Chad and Cat shouted for help. Julie, Marlena, and Chanel gathered outside the elevator as the doors opened. Chad and Cat clung to each other, clearly shaken.
Julie, however, wasn’t thrilled. She immediately judged the situation, especially Cat’s presence at the hospital on her day off. Felicity stood by her sister, but Julie remained suspicious. Still, the urgency of the moment put everything else on hold.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Julie’s Rage, Marlena’s Calm
Julie let her feelings fly. She claimed Cat manipulated the elevator situation and ranted about Chad’s loyalty to Abigail. Marlena stepped in gently, reminding Julie of the importance of healing and moving forward.
Marlena subtly nudged Julie toward acceptance, suggesting Chad deserved another shot at happiness. Julie, reluctantly, agreed — as long as it wasn’t with “that woman.” Her fury lingered as she watched Cat and Chad recover together downstairs.
Sami closed the episode with another conversation with John’s photo. A flashback of John visiting her in prison hinted at looming threats, possibly from Stefano. Sami promised John that she’d care for Marlena and keep the family close.
Chanel met Johnny again and shared the dramatic elevator rescue update. Johnny reflected on his short but meaningful reunion with Sami. As everyone gathered near the elevator, the doors opened once more, showing Chad and Cat safe but visibly connected — to mixed reactions.
That wraps up the Days of Our Lives Recap for August 4, 2025. With emotions high, secrets brewing, and Julie on a warpath, Salem won’t stay calm for long. For more updates, visit Soap Opera Daily and stay tuned for more.