Days of Our Lives Spoilers: July 28 – August 1, 2025 — Gabi’s Schemes, Brady’s Crush, Sarah’s Bombshell, and EJ’s Deadly Spiral
Welcome back, Days of Our Lives fans! As we dive into the week of July 28th through August 1st, prepare for a five-day storm of secrets, schemes, and scandalous developments across Salem. From shocking medical confessions to court dramas, psychic warnings, and romantic crosswires, no character will walk away untouched. Here’s your detailed breakdown of what to expect each day in the land of Salem.
Monday, July 28 – Gabi Hires Steve, Marina’s Dark Dream, and Julie’s Diamond Drama
Season 60, Episode 241 kicks off the week with Gabi Hernandez digging deep—possibly into EJ’s secrets or maybe to track down her ex, Stefan DiMera. She hires Steve Johnson, who’s more than happy to play detective. With Tony DiMera quietly plotting to oust Deara from Titan, Gabi’s entanglement in DiMera drama grows fast.
Meanwhile, Steve confides in Kayla about something that could impact Stephanie—possibly linked to EJ’s power plays or the division of Titan and DiMera Enterprises. Julie Williams, never one to stay quiet, smugly gloats to Gwen, possibly about that stolen—or reclaimed—diamond necklace.
But the real twist comes from Marina, who collapses in court and then opens up to Kayla. She confesses a chilling dream—she’s once again the “Queen of the Night,” a callback to Stefano DiMera’s twisted obsession with her. Marina admits someone warned her she was sick—in body, mind, and soul—and it’s a message that shakes Kayla to her core.
Tuesday, July 29 – Secrets in Court and Jada’s Dirty Book Probe
Episode 242 takes us to Johnny DiMera’s trial, which resumes after last week’s collapse. Marina’s fainting spell delayed the proceedings, but now Belle Black returns to court—ready to go toe-to-toe with EJ. While Belle doesn’t believe Johnny is guilty, her desire to win against EJ fuels a fiery legal standoff.
Jada Hunter confronts Stephanie, possibly over her upcoming romance novel—a steamy tell-all that may include some very familiar names. Could one of Stephanie’s past lovers be the basis for her book’s raciest scenes? If so, and it’s someone like Philip or someone close to Alex, the fallout could get explosive.
Elsewhere, Kate and Philip have a long-overdue heart-to-heart. Kate wants revenge on Xander, but Philip refuses to press charges—protecting his own dirty secret involving Titan’s shady business practices. Expect tension, lies, and the looming threat of exposure.
And next week’s teaser? Rafe reminds Cat that Stefano, aka The Phoenix, earned his name for a reason—and Salem may not have seen the last of his influence.
Wednesday, July 30 – Deepfakes, Lies, and Sarah’s Baby Bomb
In Episode 243, Johnny and Chanel attempt to look ahead—focusing on their future while the trial and the deepfake video scandal still threaten to ruin them. The video, created by EJ, is a ticking time bomb that won’t disappear easily.
Meanwhile, Sarah Horton drops a massive truth on Sophia—she knows Sophia lied to Tate about the baby’s sex. As Sarah reviews the hospital records, she realizes Sophia knew she was having a girl long before she told Tate she didn’t. Sarah confronts her, demanding to know the truth. But even if Sophia confesses, Sarah, as a doctor, may not be able to disclose it.
Tate is devastated, mourning the baby he believes he’ll never know. Is it grief? Or is there more at play? Could Sophia be hiding something even darker?
Elsewhere, Susan Banks warns EJ after another psychic flash. She’s convinced danger is closer than anyone realizes. Her visions keep circling around Stefano’s portrait—could the ghost of the DiMera patriarch be silently watching?
Thursday, July 31 – Medium Madness, Sad Separations, and Legal Closure
Episode 244 brings chaos and clarity.
Kayla gives Steve sage advice as he wrestles with how his investigation may impact Stephanie. Whether he’s chasing Stefan or uncovering more about EJ, the stakes are high.
Susan’s powers reach a new level—she now believes she can communicate with the dead. She shares her suspicions with EJ and Chad, suggesting that Stefano may be giving her posthumous insight into his son’s shooting. The question now: who really shot EJ? And could Stefano’s ghost know?
Meanwhile, Alex tells Stephanie to “calm down,” sparking classic soap-level tension. It’s never a good move, especially when tempers are already high.
Xander and Sarah take a heartbreaking but mature step—they finalize their legal separation, not a divorce, but enough to define their new roles as co-parents. Sarah confides in Maggie, who realizes this separation isn’t due to a lack of love—but too many wounds left unhealed.
Unfortunately, Marlena can’t step in with therapy just yet—she’s dealing with her own psychological entanglements involving the Queen of the Night.
Friday, August 1 – Dinner Dates, Unexpected Sightings, and Dangerous Crushes
Season 60, Episode 245 ends the week with sparks and scandal.
Xander has dinner with Gwen Rizczech, who nearly seduced him earlier in the week. Now that his separation from Sarah is formalized, Xander no longer feels bound—and Gwen is eager to make her move. But the night takes a turn when, on their way out of the Bistro, they spot Sarah—in Brady’s arms.
This embrace may not be romantic for Sarah, but for Brady, it’s the start of something more. He’s using daughter Rachel as an excuse to spend time with Sarah, but his crush is real. Whether Sarah feels the same remains to be seen, but it’s clearly not mutual yet.
Back at the DiMera mansion, EJ has major plans brewing—likely involving University Hospital, which he may use as a pawn in his growing power struggle. And Marina confronts Rachel, possibly beginning to suspect her granddaughter was the one who shot EJ.
🔮 What Lies Ahead?
As August begins, the lives of Salem’s residents grow more tangled. Expect:
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Courtroom fireworks between EJ and Belle
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Romantic chaos as Brady’s feelings for Sarah deepen
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Potential legal trouble for Philip
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Stephanie’s novel sparking drama
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And Susan’s psychic powers revealing deadly secrets
This week pushes several long-simmering storylines to the brink. From romantic entanglements to buried secrets and ghostly warnings, Days of Our Lives is cooking up the kind of multi-layered drama fans live for.
Don’t miss a second—because just when you think you’ve figured it out, Salem proves once again that no one is ever safe.
