My fellow Salem fanatics, grab your strongest coffee because Friday, May 22, on Days of Our Lives is shaping up to be an absolute rollercoaster! The latest spoilers from our friends at Celeb Dirty Laundry confirm that we’re in for a triple dose of classic DOOL drama: Jack Deveraux (Matthew Ashford) will catch Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien) completely off guard, Gabi Hernandez (Cherie Jimenez) will make a tearful plea, and Xander Kiriakis (Paul Telfer) has some shocking news for Sarah Horton (Linsey Godfrey). Can you even believe it?! My heart is already pounding just thinking about the possibilities!
As a fan who’s been with this show since its very first episode, I can tell you these teases have my mind racing through decades of Salem history. Let’s break down what we think is going to go down and what it could mean for our beloved characters!
Jack and Gwen: A Father’s Fury or a Father’s Forgiveness?
Oh, Gwen Rizczech. Where do we even begin with Jack’s long-lost daughter? When Gwen first exploded onto our screens, a whirlwind of resentment and schemes, her primary target was none other than Jack’s beloved daughter, Abigail Deveraux DiMera (Marci Miller/Kate Mansi). We watched in horror as Gwen’s twisted vendetta, fueled by her abandonment issues and the manipulation of her mother, Laura Horton (Jaime Lyn Bauer), nearly destroyed the Deveraux family. The reveal that Jack was her father was a bombshell, a classic soap opera trope, but one that always hits home with our Jack, who has a history of discovering secret children (remember Frankie and Eve Donovan?).
Now, the spoilers say Jack will “catch Gwen off guard.” What could it be about? Has he finally had enough of her constant meddling, her on-again-off-again romance with Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart), or perhaps something more sinister she’s been cooking up behind the scenes? Jack, bless his heart, has always tried to see the best in his children, even the ones who’ve given him endless grief. He’s a journalist at heart, and he hates a lie. Could Gwen’s latest deception finally be the one that pushes him past his breaking point? Or, and this is where my fan heart hopes, could he be offering her a new chance, a new path, perhaps even encouraging her to truly turn over a new leaf? After all, he’s a man who knows a thing or two about redemption. My gut says it’s a confrontation about a secret Gwen has been keeping, possibly one that impacts another Salemite. Will we see the ‘reporter Jack’ demanding answers, or the ‘father Jack’ pleading for honesty?
Gabi’s Tearful Plea: Is Redemption Finally on the Horizon for Gabi Hernandez?
Gabi Hernandez. What a journey this woman has had! From sweet high school student, daughter of Eduardo and Adriana, to ruthless fashion mogul and corporate schemer, Gabi has truly seen it all. Her love story with Stefan DiMera (Brandon Barash) was epic, tragic, and then miraculously revived! But let’s be real, Gabi’s tears often come with a side of manipulation. Remember her elaborate schemes to take down DiMera Enterprises, her constant battles with Chloe Lane (Nadia Bjorlin), and her unwavering ambition?
The spoiler reveals Gabi will make a “tearful plea.” The big question, of course, is who is she pleading with, and why? Is it Stefan, begging him to forgive her for some recent slight or to reunite their fractured love? Is it EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), trying to gain an advantage in the never-ending DiMera power struggle? Or perhaps, and this would truly shock me, is it a genuine, heartfelt plea for forgiveness to someone she’s wronged, with no hidden agenda? Gabi’s love for her daughter, Arianna Horton (Sydney Brower), has always been her one true North Star, her vulnerability. Could this plea be related to Arianna, or a consequence that truly threatens her future in Salem? My hope is that it’s a turning point, a moment where Gabi truly confronts her past and seeks genuine change. But knowing Gabi, there’s always a twist!
Xander Shocks Sarah: What’s Next for Salem’s Most Complicated Couple?
Xarah fans, brace yourselves! Xander Kiriakis and Sarah Horton have been through more ups and downs than a roller coaster at a carnival. He started as a villain, a truly despicable Kiriakis, but Sarah, with her unwavering belief and love, slowly but surely transformed him into a man capable of great love and loyalty. We’ve seen them endure baby swaps, murder accusations, multiple breakups, a fake marriage, and Xander’s constant struggle to prove he’s worthy of Maggie Horton’s (Suzanne Rogers) daughter.
Now, Xander has “unexpected news” for Sarah. What could this possibly be?! My mind immediately goes to a few scenarios. Is it a grand gesture, another proposal (please let it stick this time!)? Could he have landed a new job, proving his commitment to a stable life? Or, and this is the classic soap fear, is he confessing to some past misdeed that’s come back to haunt him, threatening to unravel everything they’ve built? Could he be leaving town, perhaps for a new venture, and asking Sarah to come with him? Sarah, a strong woman in her own right, has always demanded honesty and integrity from Xander. Whatever this news is, it has the potential to either cement their future or send them spiraling into another dramatic separation. My heart is in my throat for these two! I’m begging the writers to give Xarah their much-deserved happily ever after, but in Salem, nothing is ever that simple!
Friday, May 22, promises to be an episode you absolutely cannot miss! The emotional stakes are incredibly high for Jack, Gwen, Gabi, Xander, and Sarah. What are your predictions, my fellow fans? Do you think Jack will forgive Gwen? Is Gabi’s plea for real? And what shocking news will Xander deliver to Sarah? Sound off in the comments below!
