In Days of Our Lives Recap for July 22, 2025, hearts broke, alliances shifted, and secrets deepened. Tate was crushed by Sophia’s revelation, Stephanie clashed with her mother, and Leo finally stood tall against EJ. Meanwhile, Kayla reached a boiling point as EJ asserted his power at the hospital.
Stephanie’s Secret, Kayla’s Ultimatum, and EJ’s Power Trip
Stephanie’s nerves were on edge as Alex celebrated their book’s momentum. Though he promised to protect her anonymity, she panicked when he mentioned using a particular excerpt. Stephanie begged him to scrap it without revealing why, only saying it was moving too fast. Alex honored her request and called Kate to kill the idea. Meanwhile, a mysterious package arrived for Stephanie, unnoticed by Alex.
At the hospital, EJ demanded Kayla’s office for a meeting and laughed off her resistance. But Kayla didn’t back down. She declared she’d resign if stripped of autonomy, making it clear she wasn’t afraid to walk away. EJ tried to play it cool but looked visibly shaken after she stormed out.
Kayla later found Sarah upset after a fight with Xander over Victoria. Sarah worried Xander’s temper could hurt their daughter. Kayla hugged her, half-joking about using ISA agents to scare him. Though Sarah laughed, the pain in her eyes revealed the emotional weight she carried.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Sophia’s Baby Bombshell Breaks Tate, Brady Steps Up
In Chicago, Sophia grew anxious as Melinda coached her on their massive lie. She ignored Tate’s repeated calls and finally called him once the birth had passed. Tate was stunned to hear their daughter had already been born—and even more shocked when Sophia said she was gone. His heart shattered.
Back in Salem, Tate rushed home and told Brady they had to get to Chicago. He wanted to be there for the birth. But Brady stopped him, and just then, Sophia called with the news. Tate’s hope crumbled as he questioned why she didn’t wait for him. Brady offered support and reminded his son he’d stand by him no matter what.
Sophia’s return to Salem was swift. She knocked on Tate’s door, but the reunion quickly soured. Tate was blindsided when she stood there alone. “Where is the baby?” he asked. Her answer cut deep—“She’s gone.” Tate’s grief is only just beginning.
Leo Grows a Backbone, EJ Pushes Too Far, and Kayla Cracks
While juggling jury duty and baby care, Leo confided in Chad about his worries over Johnny’s case. Afterward, Javi asked Leo if he knew Doug would go after Ari and Holly. Leo denied it and said he only helped Doug out of empathy, hoping to change his path. Javi believed him—and Leo said Javi had changed him for the better.
Later, Leo nearly bumped into EJ in the square. EJ accused him of always protecting himself. But Leo stood firm, telling him he wasn’t for sale anymore. Though visibly shaken, Leo returned home proud of himself, even if he forgot the diapers. Javi praised his growth, showing their bond is deepening.
Back at the hospital, Kayla caught wind of EJ hiring Stephanie and exploded. She was furious at her daughter for ignoring her advice and even more furious with EJ for keeping her in the dark. After Stephanie left, Kayla warned EJ not to corrupt her daughter. EJ insisted he wasn’t trying to—he just wanted her PR skills.
This Days of Our Lives Recap delivered raw emotion, painful truths, and dangerous choices. Stephanie’s loyalty was tested, Tate’s heart broke in real time, and Leo finally stepped up. But as lies spread and tensions rise, Salem’s storm is far from over. Stay tuned with Soap Opera Daily for your daily dose of drama!
