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Days of Our Lives Shake-Up: Tearful Goodbyes, Explosive Returns & One Baby Who Changes Everything
Salem will never be the same again.
In the latest Days of Our Lives casting shake-up, fan favorites are leaving, unexpected characters are returning, and one tiny recast is about to become the center of a storm that could tear a family apart.
As summer heats up, the drama in Salem is reaching boiling point.
Here’s everything you need to know about the heartbreaking exits, emotional comebacks, and the storyline twists that could redefine DOOL’s future:
👶 A Baby Recast That Signals War: Victoria Kiriakis Takes the Spotlight
Victoria Kiriakis is no longer just a background character.
The daughter of Xander Kiriakis and Sarah Horton is being recast — with twins Amelia and Kennedy Hileman taking over the role starting June 26 — and she’s stepping into a storyline that promises raw emotion and legal firepower.
Sarah, haunted by Xander’s violent past, is refusing shared custody.
Xander, spiraling, is more desperate—and dangerous—than ever.
This isn’t just a custody fight.
It’s a battle for Victoria’s future—and Xander’s soul.
💥 Xander’s Rage Returns: Has He Gone Too Far?
Once thought to be on the road to redemption, Xander is unraveling.
His fury over Sarah’s refusal is turning venomous.
He’s lashing out, threatening, teetering on the edge of the man he swore he’d never be again.
And now, with Victoria’s recast placing her squarely in the emotional spotlight, every one of Xander’s actions will be measured not by Sarah, but by the child who may one day remember them all.
Is this the beginning of Xander’s final fall? Or will fatherhood pull him back from the brink?
💍 Paul and Andrew’s Bittersweet Exit: A Wedding and a Goodbye
In the midst of chaos, one bright moment shines:
Paul Narita and Andrew Donovan are getting married.
From June 23–27, Days will air their long-awaited wedding, complete with the return of fan favorites like Shane Donovan, Will Horton, Carrie Brady, and Eric Brady.
But just as quickly as they reunite, they leave.
Paul and Andrew will exit the canvas for an extended honeymoon, a peaceful escape from Salem’s storm—but a painful goodbye for viewers.
Their love story represented loyalty, longevity, and meaningful queer representation, and their absence will be deeply felt.
🧒 Thomas DiMera Returns — And He Could Blow Everything Up
Carrie Christopher is back as young Thomas DiMera, and while his return seems sweet, it may hold explosive consequences.
As the youngest heir of the DiMera dynasty, Thomas is re-entering Salem during a time of chaos—EJ is wounded, Johnny is under suspicion, and secrets are swirling.
In Days tradition, children often hear what they shouldn’t.
Could Thomas be the one to uncover a DiMera family scandal?
Is his innocent return a quiet beginning… or the match to light a fuse?
🚨 The Summer of Change in Salem
As Days of Our Lives shifts into high summer drama, here’s the breakdown:
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Baby Victoria’s recast marks the start of a brutal custody war.
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Xander’s spiral could cost him everything—again.
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Paul and Andrew’s wedding brings joy… then heartbreak.
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Thomas’s return may trigger scandal that shakes both the DiMera and Horton families.
🔮 What Comes Next?
Salem is at a crossroads.
Familiar faces are leaving.
New voices are rising.
And every quiet moment hides a potential explosion.
Will Xander redeem himself—or lose everything again?
Will Thomas witness something that changes everything?
Will Victoria become the child who defines this generation of Salem?
One thing is certain: nothing will ever be the same.
💬 Fan Reactions & Final Thoughts
The community is already buzzing:
“Victoria’s recast just made her the most important character of the summer.”
“Xander’s done. I’m calling it now.”
“Thomas is going to overhear something huge. It’s coming.”
What’s your prediction for what happens next?
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