August 7, 2025 brought high-stakes business moves, awkward family moments, and courtroom drama that shook Salem. In this Days of Our Lives Recap, tangled alliances, buried truths, and sharp confrontations kept everyone on edge. The day proved that in Salem, secrets never stay buried for long.
Xander and Gabi Dig for Answers
In his office, Xander confided in Alex about a growing concern — someone was trying to overturn the Titan-DiMera merger. He ordered Alex to dig into the situation and uncover who was behind it. Meanwhile, Gabi met Steve, who had obtained the merger filings through the Freedom of Information Act. Though the answers weren’t obvious, Steve vowed to keep looking, and Gabi promised to do the same.
Later, Alex sought Steve’s help in identifying the source who gathered information about the merger. They uncovered the name Daniel Lucas, but Steve suspected it was an alias. Steve admitted there wasn’t enough to go on, though Alex trusted his judgment. The conversation took a personal turn when Steve questioned Alex about past charges. Alex explained it was all part of a college prank involving a stolen parrot and a toga mishap. Assuring Steve he adored Stephanie, Alex promised to treat her like a queen.
At The Bistro, Gabi and Xander shared playful banter over drinks. Xander challenged her motives, suspecting she wanted Titan-DiMera to fail. Gabi insisted her own future depended on the company’s success. Once reassured, Xander relaxed, and Gabi suggested skipping work for the night, proposing a bottle of wine instead.
Across town at the DiMera mansion, Tony noticed his special vintage wine mysteriously disappearing. Anna joked about a spirit indulging in the spirits before recounting Susan’s claim that Stefano might still be alive. Though skeptical, Tony admitted Stefano would never have allowed Titan to take over DiMera Enterprises. Determined to reclaim control, Tony planned to make Gabi CEO while he pulled strings from afar. The idea won Anna over, especially when she imagined designing for Gabi Chic.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Chanel’s Worries and Paulina’s Support
In the town square, Chanel, wearing her Sweet Bits apron, met Johnny during a court recess. She urged him not to testify, but Johnny was determined to clear his name publicly. He believed his father’s defense strategy was strong, even if it painted EJ as universally disliked.
After Johnny returned to court, Paulina joined Chanel, offering comfort. Chanel became emotional watching a father with his child, and Paulina reassured her. She believed that once the trial ended, Chanel and Johnny could focus on building their family’s future together.
Courtroom Chaos and EJ’s Mistrial Move
At the Salem Inn earlier, EJ and Belle shared a romantic moment before heading to court. Belle, determined to prosecute with integrity, met Jonathan Reiner from the state AG’s office, who would be observing her performance.
In court, Johnny appeared tense as EJ advised him on how to handle Belle’s questioning. But the plan quickly unraveled when Belle got Johnny to admit that EJ had raped Sami, resulting in his conception. Johnny also confessed to taking Roman’s gun with the intent to use it, though he didn’t follow through.
When EJ took the stand, he pressed Johnny to confirm their relationship and pointed out Belle’s personal ties to the case. He accused her of a conflict of interest and demanded a mistrial. Belle countered, but the tension in the courtroom reached a breaking point.
This Days of Our Lives Recap for August 7, 2025, delivered a perfect mix of corporate intrigue, family tension, and courtroom fireworks. From Xander’s investigation to EJ’s bold legal move, Salem was anything but quiet. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Days of Our Lives Recap coverage tomorrow.