Days of our Lives spoilers for October 6-10, 2025 tease a big anniversary after a devastating week for several couples.

Weekly Recap

Monday, September 29, 2025, Episode #15215

The blackout left EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) and Belle (Martha Madison) bickering in the stopped elevator until she had an asthma attack and things finally softened between them. When Susan (Stacy Haiduk) wound up at Marlena’s (Deidre Hall), Marlena confided in her about passing out. Chad (Billy Flynn) and Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) used the blackout as a chance for romance, while Rachel (Alice Halsey) revealed to Thomas (Cary Christopher) that not only is his father dating Cat, but that she pretended to be his mother. Leo (Greg Rikaart) discovered Gwen (Emily O’Brien) was stuck in EJ’s office and managed to break her free by breaking the door.

Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Episode #15216

Both Chad and Cat and Xander (Paul Telfer) and Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) lay in their afterglow. A city-wide curfew was put in place, and when JJ (Casey Moss) found Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) out in the square and told him to stop where he was, Theo had a PTSD reaction from when JJ shot him and confronted him about doing the same thing all over again. Later, Theo warned Jada (Elia Cantu) to talk to JJ about racial profiling. Belle had another asthma attack but the power returned just in time. Chad decided he didn’t want to hide his relationship with Cat anymore. EJ found out that the electrician for the free clinic caused the blackout.

Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Episode #15217

Holly (Ashley Puzemis), still passed out from her drink, accidentally knocked over a candle and set the dorm room ablaze. Brady (Eric Martsolf) and Tate (Leo Howard) both discovered smoke at the dorms and when Brady went to find Holly, he discovered the fire and put it out before carrying Holly out. Sophia (Rachel Boyd) sent the sexy photo of Holly to Johnny (Carson Boatman). Johnny and Chanel (Raven Bowens) had their home visit and the social worker read them the letter from Tesoro’s birth mother. When Johnny received the picture from “Holly,” Chanel was devastated. EJ discovered that Kayla’s (Mary Beth Evans) computer hosted a Q&A for Anastasia Sands and when he accused her of being the author, Stephanie (Abigail Klein) overheard and came clean to them. Kayla and Brady got the DNA test results that said Tate was not Tesoro’s father.

Thursday, October 2, 2025, Episode #15218

Tate begged Holly to give them a second chance, but she asserted they’re over. Later, Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) came to check on her granddaughter and reminded her the dangers of alcohol and drugs in her life. A devastated Chanel chose to believe her husband as Johnny promised they will still have a family. Later, Johnny explained the sexting situation to Brady, who connected the dots that the person behind it all must be Sophis. Sophia deleted the evidence off of Holly’s phone.

Friday, October 3, 2025, Episode #15219

Julie (Susan Seaforth Hayes) welcomed home Jeremy (Michael Roark). When Thomas acted cold toward Chad, he finally confronted his father about Cat. Stephanie told Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) she’s worried about her ex discovering she’s the author, revealing he’s Jeremy Horton, who later showed up at her door.

Week Ahead

Soon, in Salem, Jennifer (Melissa Reeves) returns to celebrate her 40th anniversary in Salem.

Next Week’s Breakdown

Monday, October 6, 2025, Episode #15220

Cat and Rafe make a plan.Kayla advises Jennifer.Thomas confronts Chad.Jeremy stuns Stephanie.

Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Episode #15221

Ari tries to cheer up Holly.Johnny and Chanel brainstorm.Sophia fools Tate.Brady shares a theory with Sarah.JJ opens up to Jada.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025, Episode #15222

Xander, Philip, and Maggie face off with Tony.Johnny and Chanel get an assist from Rafe.Sarah comes to a realization.Holly swears Ari to secrecy.Tate goes looking for Holly.

Thursday, October 9, 2025, Episode #15223

Jennifer, Jack and Julie reminisce about Jennifer’s 40 years in Salem.JJ remains troubled.Chad breaks the hard truth to Cat.Thomas makes a bold request.

Friday, October 10, 2025, Episode #15224

Holly prepares to take a trip.Brady, Johnny, and Chanel compare notes.Ari updates Tate.Sarah confides in Kayla.Leo and Javi worry about Tesoro.