Salem never sleeps — and this Tuesday’s episode of Days of Our Lives proved exactly why the drama on October 14, 2025, will go down as

one of the season’s most jaw-dropping installments yet. Betrayals deepened, alliances shifted, and long-buried secrets began clawing their way to the surface.

 

 

From Ava’s shocking discovery to Chanel’s emotional confession and EJ’s ruthless new plan, this episode had everything — passion, pain, and power plays that will shake Salem for weeks to come.

Let’s break down every explosive moment in this 720HD recap of Tuesday’s unforgettable Days of Our Lives episode.

 

 

Ava’s Dangerous Truth Comes to Light

The episode opened with Ava Vitali (Tamara Braun) pacing her apartment, visibly shaken after receiving a mysterious package. Inside? A photo that instantly froze her in place — a blurred image of Tripp (Lucas Adams) seemingly caught in a dangerous exchange.

 

 

As Ava pieced things together, viewers could see the panic in her eyes. Could someone be using her son to get to her? Or worse — was Tripp caught in a crime he didn’t commit?

Ava’s trembling hands and tearful whispers captured the perfect balance of fear and fury. She knew she had to act, but every move she made would risk exposing secrets she’s worked years to bury.

 

 

By the end of the scene, Ava made a chilling vow: “If they’re coming after my son… I’ll burn this town to the ground.”

EJ DiMera Declares War

Meanwhile, over at the DiMera mansion, EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) was in full villain mode. His calm exterior barely concealed his rage as he plotted revenge against those who dared cross him — namely Stefan (Brandon Barash) and Gabi (Camila Banus).

In a tense boardroom showdown, EJ announced a surprise takeover maneuver that stunned even his most loyal allies. “If they want war,” he sneered, “I’ll give them one — DiMera style.”

What followed was a masterclass in manipulation. EJ’s plan to seize control of the DiMera legacy left fans gasping — and hinted that he might be working with an unexpected partner.

Could that ally be Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk), who’s been suspiciously quiet in recent episodes? Spoilers suggest the DiMera family is about to implode, and EJ may be the one lighting the fuse.

Chanel’s Emotional Breakdown

Across town, Chanel (Raven Bowens) finally broke down in front of Johnny (Carson Boatman) after days of tension and avoidance. The weight of her guilt came pouring out as she revealed the real reason she’d been distant — she’s been hiding something that could destroy her relationship for good.

Between sobs, Chanel confessed that she’d been receiving threatening letters related to her late mother’s scandal. The messages warned her to “stay silent” about a secret from Paulina’s past — one that could shatter Salem’s political scene.

Johnny’s reaction was pure heartbreak. He pulled her close, promising to protect her no matter the cost. But as the camera lingered on Chanel’s face, her expression told another story — she’s still hiding something, something even darker.