Fans of Days of Our Lives are in for a wave of heartbreak and emotion this week as one of Salem’s most beloved families faces a painful

goodbye. In a shocking twist, Thomas DiMera, Chad’s son, will be leaving Salem — and he won’t be going alone. According to the latest

spoilers, Jack and Jennifer Deveraux make the difficult decision to take Thomas with them, leaving Chad absolutely shattered.

 

 

This unexpected family upheaval not only stuns viewers but also marks a significant emotional turning point for Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn), whose world begins to crumble after a series of heartbreaking losses and betrayals.

A Devastating Family Rift Unfolds

 

 

For months, Chad has been struggling to hold his family together following Abigail’s tragic death. His efforts to remain strong for his children, Thomas and Charlotte, have been both admirable and heart-wrenching. However, recent episodes have shown Chad’s emotional walls starting to crack.

The constant grief, guilt, and loneliness have weighed heavily on him. Despite his best attempts to rebuild, including exploring new relationships and focusing on his work, Chad continues to be haunted by Abigail’s memory. Now, just as he seems ready to move forward, fate has delivered yet another cruel blow.

 

 

Spoilers reveal that Jack (Matthew Ashford) and Jennifer (Cady McClain), who have been watching Chad’s increasing emotional turmoil, begin to worry deeply about Thomas’s well-being. They fear that the young boy’s constant exposure to grief and instability might leave long-term emotional scars.

Jack and Jennifer Make a Painful Decision

In a move that shocks Chad — and the audience — Jack and Jennifer decide that taking Thomas away from Salem, at least for a while, might be what’s best for him. They believe a fresh start, far from the chaos and heartbreak that have plagued Salem and the DiMera mansion, could help Thomas heal.

 

 

Their decision doesn’t come lightly. Jennifer, who has always been compassionate yet firm, expresses how deeply she loves her grandson but also how much she worries about the environment he’s growing up in.

“Thomas needs peace, Chad. He’s a child who’s lost too much already. He deserves some calm, some joy — and right now, Salem doesn’t have that to offer,” Jennifer tearfully confides in Chad.

At first, Chad refuses to even consider it. He argues that he’s already lost too much — Abigail, his sense of security, and his hope for the future. Losing his son, even temporarily, feels unbearable.

But when Jack and Jennifer remind him that this might be the best way for Thomas to process his pain, Chad’s resolve begins to waver. He loves his son enough to let him go — even if it breaks him.

An Emotional Farewell Scene

The goodbye scene between Chad and Thomas is described by insiders as one of the most emotional moments Days of Our Lives has delivered all year.

Chad kneels down to his son, struggling to keep his composure as he tells Thomas that he’ll always love him, no matter how far apart they are. Thomas, holding back tears of confusion, promises to “be brave like Mommy taught me.”

The scene reportedly ends with Chad standing at the window of the DiMera mansion, watching as Jack, Jennifer, and Thomas drive away — his hand pressed against the glass, his face a mixture of pain, pride, and heartbreak.

For longtime fans, it’s a gut-wrenching moment that echoes past tragedies in Salem, where love and loss seem forever intertwined.

Chad’s Emotional Breakdown

After Thomas’s departure, spoilers tease that Chad spirals into a deep emotional crisis. Left alone in the DiMera mansion, he begins questioning every decision he’s made since Abigail’s death. He blames himself for not being strong enough, not healing fast enough, and not protecting his children from the shadows of the past.

Billy Flynn, who has portrayed Chad since 2014, is reportedly delivering one of his most powerful performances to date. Insiders say his portrayal of raw grief and emotional collapse will leave fans in tears.

A source close to the show reveals:

“Chad’s storyline isn’t just about losing his son — it’s about the struggle of a man trying to find hope after endless heartbreak. He’s a father torn between love and despair.”

What This Means for Salem

Thomas’s departure also raises major questions about Chad’s future. Will this push him closer to the edge — or will it serve as the wake-up call he needs to finally heal?

There are whispers that this storyline could set the stage for Chad’s temporary exit or transformation arc. With Thomas gone and Charlotte staying with relatives, Chad might decide to leave Salem to clear his mind — or perhaps dive deeper into DiMera business to distract himself from the pain.

Meanwhile, Jack and Jennifer’s decision will likely cause tension with other Salem residents, especially Julie and Doug Williams, who feel that removing Thomas from his father might only make things worse in the long run.