Salem’s Thanksgiving celebrations were far from traditional, as “Days of Our Lives” served up a hefty helping of family drama, secret deals, and a surprising career move. While some residents attempted to enjoy a peaceful holiday, others found themselves entangled in webs of deceit and unexpected alliances.
Chanel and Johnny’s Thanksgiving took a dramatic turn when Johnny’s past indiscretion with Joy came back to haunt him. The awkward reunion, amplified by Joy’s confession about revealing their hookup to Alex, set the stage for further DiMera family chaos. EJ, ever the protector of his son, took matters into his own hands, offering Joy a considerable sum to disappear from Salem and keep the secret safe.
Meanwhile, Rafe Hernandez surprised everyone with a career change that has the rumor mill buzzing. Trading his badge for something a little more covert, Rafe announced he’s joined the ranks of Black Patch as a field operative. This development piqued the interest of none other than Leo Stark, who promptly sought Rafe’s assistance in unmasking the new Lady Whistleblower, the mysterious figure wreaking havoc on his gossip show.
Amidst the intrigue and investigations, the simmering feud between Gabi and EJ reached a boiling point. Their ongoing clash, fueled by mutual resentment and a refusal to apologize, culminated in Gabi making a dramatic exit from the DiMera mansion, leaving the remnants of Thanksgiving dinner to grow cold.
While Paulina and Chanel locked horns over Johnny, Chanel remained determined to put the drama behind her, unknowingly inviting a now-bribed Joy to Thanksgiving dinner. Alex, meanwhile, urged Leo to salvage his show by focusing on the Lady Whistleblower mystery, particularly after Javi rejected Leo’s attempt at an apology. Javi, with his usual dry wit, compared Rafe and Jada’s conflicting career paths to a disastrous telenovela.
“Days of Our Lives” airs weekdays on Peacock.
