Hold onto your seats, Days of Our Lives fans — because next week is about to change Salem forever! According to explosive leaks from

behind the scenes, Sami Brady (Alison Sweeney) is finally making her long-awaited return to town — and she’s not coming back alone. In

one of the most talked-about upcoming twists, Sami arrives hand in hand with a mystery man whose identity will leave fans completely stunned.

 

 

This shocking storyline promises drama, heartbreak, and jaw-dropping confrontations that only Sami Brady can deliver. And if the early spoilers are anything to go by, her reappearance will throw multiple relationships — and rivalries — into total chaos.

💥 Sami Brady Returns — But Not the Way Fans Expected

Sami’s return has been one of the most anticipated moments of the year, especially after months of speculation about when she’d reappear and what her next move would be.

 

 

Fans last saw Sami leaving Salem in the aftermath of her failed relationship with EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), vowing to start over and “find herself.” But true to her unpredictable nature, Sami’s version of a fresh start is anything but quiet.

 

 

In next week’s explosive episode, she arrives back in Salem — confident, radiant, and holding the hand of a mysterious man. The reaction from those who see her is pure disbelief. Even her own family is left speechless.

“You’re back? And… who’s this?” Marlena gasps in the teaser clip, her face a mix of shock and concern.

The man by Sami’s side smiles politely but says nothing. His presence immediately raises red flags — especially for those who know Sami’s talent for attracting danger.

 

 

🕵️‍♂️ The Mystery Man’s Identity — A Familiar Face With a Shocking Connection

Spoilers have confirmed that the new man in Sami’s life isn’t a random newcomer — but rather someone fans have seen before. Early leaks suggest he’s connected to a major Salem family, with a past that could blow open several long-buried secrets.

Rumors circulating on set claim that the man could be Lucas’s half-brother, EJ’s old business rival, or even a presumed-dead character returning under a new identity.

But the most persistent theory? That the mystery man is Brandon Walker, the son of Abe Carver and Fay Walker — and Nicole’s half-brother.

If true, this would mean Sami has not only moved on from EJ but has chosen to date someone tied to Nicole, her longtime nemesis. Imagine the chaos when Nicole finds out Sami’s new boyfriend is her half-brother — and possibly her ex.

“This is exactly the kind of twist that blows Salem apart,” teased one insider. “Sami’s return is never quiet — and this time, she’s lighting the whole place on fire.”

😱 Marlena and EJ’s Explosive Reactions

Of course, no Sami storyline would be complete without family drama. Marlena, ever the protective mother, immediately warns her daughter that she’s walking into dangerous territory.

“You always say you’re in control, Sami,” Marlena says tearfully. “But every time you come back here, someone ends up hurt — usually you.”

EJ’s reaction, on the other hand, is pure rage. Spoilers tease a tense confrontation at the DiMera mansion when he comes face-to-face with Sami and her mysterious new partner.

“You think parading him around will make me jealous?” EJ snarls. “You’re delusional if you think this is how you win.”

Sami, never one to back down, fires back:

“I’m not here to win, EJ. I’m here to move on — something you clearly can’t do.”

Their confrontation reportedly ends with a shocking moment — the mystery man stepping between them, warning EJ to “walk away before things get ugly.”

The bold gesture instantly turns heads in Salem and sets the stage for what could be one of the fiercest rivalries the show has seen in years.

💔 Lucas’s Heartbreak and Hope

Meanwhile, Lucas Horton (Bryan Dattilo) finds himself reeling from the news of Sami’s return. Still nursing feelings for her despite everything, Lucas is both hopeful and heartbroken.

When he finally sees her again, he’s visibly shaken — but his expression changes to fury when he realizes she’s with someone new.

“You really didn’t waste any time, did you, Sami?” Lucas says bitterly.
“I spent enough time waiting for men who didn’t know what they wanted,” Sami replies coldly.