We’re not going to lie: The next two weeks will be incredibly emotional for Days of Our Lives fans. Yes, there’s the usual plot twists and shenanigans, with Sarah’s secret coming out and Dimitri’s honeymoon going off the rails. But then will come the moment we’ve been preparing ourselves for ever since news of John Aniston’s passing broke. Salem is about to find out the fate of Victor, the cantankerous curmudgeon with whom many have a love/hate relationship. Plus, the soap will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Suzanne Rogers having joined the cast as Maggie. So,, yeah, it’s gonna be the kind of week during which you’re going to want to keep that box of tissues handy. Read on, and we’ll get into everything.
Days of Our Lives spoilers week of August 7:
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Monday, August 7:
In today’s recap, Sloan and Nicole say yes to Eric and EJ, but Chloe needs more time on Xander’s proposal. Meanwhile, Dimitri invites Leo on his honeymoon.
Well, it looks as if the cat is out of the bag. Which cat? The one which Bonnie’s been trying to keep under wraps. Because today, Maggie finds out what Sarah’s been hiding!
Xander’s got a very big surprise for Chloe. (But if you know how soaps work, and you read the spoiler above, we’re betting you can figure out what it is!)
Gwen gets one step closer to heartbreak when she discovers that Leo’s keeping something — or should we say someone — from her.
Nicole has two different proposals on the table… and isn’t sure which one she should accept!
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Tuesday, August 8:
In today’s recap, Shawn is appointed commissioner, Sweet Bits is closed, and Ava attacks Harris in Bayview.
The good news: Shawn is finally returning to work. The bad news: He’s still feeling incredibly guilty. How will his emotional upheaval impact his ability to function on the job?
Things appear to be going sour at Sweet Bits as Chanel’s bakery hits a rough spot.
Despite being the best doctor in town, Kayla might have trouble helping an increasingly distressed Abe.
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Wednesday, August 9:
In today’s recap, Talia confesses her feelings to Chanel, Johnny confides in Marlena, and Harris encourages Ava.
Paulina is ready to plead her husband’s case.
Now that he’s the only guy in her life, Tripp is ready to plan a romantic surprise for Wendy. (Which we’re sure will go exactly as planned… right?) Meanwhile, Chanel finds herself turning to Johnny when she needs a shoulder to cry on.
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Thursday, August 10:
In today’s recap, Stephanie angrily confronts Chad, Brady prepares to run with Rachel, and Jada vents to Rafe.
Trouble could be brewing for Alex when Stephanie convinces Yuri that he should return to Salem. Here’s why.
Although they haven’t always been close, Chad is grateful for the advice offered by EJ.
Shawn’s got a new job… but is that necessarily a good thing?
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Friday August 11:
In today’s recap, Justin shares dire news about Victor as the family gathers to welcome their patriarch home.
Stephanie and Chad — who haven’t exactly had an easy go of it — are about to hit yet another bump in the road.
Rex has a proposition for Sarah. Of course, what we can’t help wondering is whether it’s less a “proposition” and more a “proposal”!
Maggie and Bonnie finally can have an honest chat after discovering each of them knows the truth about Sarah and her baby.
What’s causing Belle and Chloe to bump heads this time?
Days of Our Lives spoilers week of August 14:
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Monday, August 14:
Get ready for what promises to be an emotional week as Justin shares with his family bad news regarding Victor’s plane.
Shawn can’t help but fret about a family member.
Li and Melinda keep insisting to anyone who’ll listen that they definitely shouldn’t be a couple… and yet, they tell one another that maybe they should consider looking at one another through fresh eyes!
Can Brady and Chloe come to some sort of agreement?
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Tuesday, August 15:
Gwen and Dimitri are enjoying their honeymoon. Well, “enjoying” might be the wrong word, especially since things are definitely not going as planned.
With more and more of the people he loves being thrown under the bus driven by his replacement, Abe decides it’s time to try and reclaim his position as Salem’s mayor.
Chanel turns to her mom when she needs someone to confide in. But does she do so before or after Johnny decides he needs to tell his ex exactly how he really feels!
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Wednesday, August 16:
Salem will be rocked when Victor’s fate is finally revealed. Look for this to kick off emotion-filled episodes, returns from the past and more as the soap finally addresses the passing of Victor’s much-loved portrayer, John Aniston.
Gwen makes a discovery that could change the course of her honeymoon… and something tells us it won’t be for the better!
Well, here’s a role reversal we definitely didn’t see coming: Chad actually winds up apologizing to Alex!
Rachel’s keeping a secret, but Gabi is very, very determined to find out what it might be!
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Thursday, August 17:
Chloe begins to wonder if perhaps she’s making a mistake where Xander is concerned. (And she doesn’t even know the big secret being kept from both her and the hunk!)
When Abe and Paulina put their heads together to formulate a plan, might it be exactly what is needed to rekindle the spark between them?
Steve, Kayla and Kate all find themselves struggling with the news of Victor’s passing.
Days of Our Lives spoilers for Friday, August 18:
Shawn and others struggle with the news of Victor’s death, and watch for a slew of memory-filled clips as the show marks Suzanne Rogers’ 50th anniversary of playing Maggie. Meanwhile, will the shocking discovery Kate makes have to do with Victor, with whom she had a complicated-at-best relationship?
One character has been on fans’ hit lists for some time. But that could all change with the return of this reformed troublemaker. Get the details here.
Given their mutual love of Chloe, it seemed inevitable that Brady and Xander would come to blows eventually, right? Well, looks like “eventually” is today!
Who’s coming back to say goodbye to Victor? Check out the photo gallery below to find out who we absolutely need to make returns!
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