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DAYS OF OUR LIVES: Andrew and Paul Tie the Knot in Heartfelt Ceremony: Read the Touching Vows
On the Tuesday, June 24th episode of Days of our Lives, the wedding of Andrew Donovan (Colton Little) and Paul Narita (Christopher Sean) took centerstage. Prior to the ceremony, during, and after, head writers, Paula Cwikly and Jeanne Marie Ford and their team, continued to bring more emotional moments since the passing of John Black, and the memorial in his honor, which also paid tribute to his portrayer, the late Drake Hogestyn.
Before they head to their nuptials, Andrew and Paul hit the sheets. Later, Paul voices his concern of their future. He says that their long-distance relationship because of Andrew’s career with the ISA, constantly puts his husband-to-be in danger. Andrew calms Paul’s fears saying that they are going to have a long, happy life together. Next, in a touching moment, Andrew presents Paul with a special gift from Marlena (Deidre Hall). When he opens it, Paul is overwhelmed as it was his father’s wristwatch engraved on the back which said, “To JB, for giving me time.”
Paul is in tears, wishing his dad was there to see them get married, as well as his mother, both of whom are no longer with us. Meanwhile, as the ceremony is being set-up, Eric (Greg Vaughan) tells Brady (Eric Martsolf) he is a bit nervous as he has never officiated a same-sex wedding before, but Brady says he will do great.
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In attendance at the nuptials are: Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) and Steve (Stephen Nichols), Tate (Leo Howard), Rachel (Alice Halsey), Marlena, Carrie (Christie Clark), Will (Chandler Massey), Shane (Charles Shaughnessy), Belle (Martha Madison) and the aforementioned Brady and Eric. As it turns out, Andrew and Paul dressed in matching suits and ties were a bit late, but as soon as they arrived the wedding got underway.
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First, Carrie helped Paul honor his Japanese heritage which gave a nod to the tradition of drinking sake from three different cups as symbol of their union. Carrie poured the drink into the cup. Paul drank some and then handed the cup to Andrew. Next, the grooms each said their wows, and they were as follows:
Andrew’s vows: “John and I showed up to Paul’s place in San Francisco. Before I knew it, we were off on an adventure that took us all the way to Hong Kong. There was a lot of action on that trip: black tie galas, guns, and poison gas . But what I remember most from that time was a conversation that Paul and I had in a hot tub. Easy folks. We were working, but we were also talking. Paul and I had just met and he was so open about his family, about coming out, and that allowed me to be open. From the very beginning, being with him felt so natural and so right. Paul and I both love our work and each other, and that means that we’re not always able to be in the same place at the same time. But Paul, please know, that no matter where I am, I’m always with you. Wherever I go, you go with me. You are in my heart and my soul forever. I’m so blessed to be the person you’ve chosen to walk through this life with. I promise from the day forward, to love and to cherish you as walk together as husbands.”
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Paul’s vows: “What you said is true. We connected right away, had amazing, incredible conversations, deep and meaningful talks, and they went on for hours. My mother used to say, ‘few words, speak truth,’ and I love you, Andrew. That is my truth. That is my vow to love you always for a long time. Fear kept me from being honest, from being happy, and whole. But with you, I am both. You know me like no one else does, except my dad. He and I didn’t get to know each other until much later in life. Turned out, that I had followed in his footsteps playing baseball, and later, I was lucky enough to follow in his footsteps again, at ‘Black Patch’ where I got to learn from the best there was. Dad was also an incurable, romantic, and yes, I followed in his footsteps again. He told me not to give up on love. He believed in the power of the heart. He gave me the courage to push past my fears and my doubts, to trust my own heart, to believe that we could work. Here we are. I wondered why he rooted so hard for us. Now, I think I know why. … he was an honorary member of your family. And when I met you, I just knew I was home.”
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After the men traded rings, and said their vows, Eric officially pronounced them married. However, what should have been a kiss as any married couple would do, was only a hug, for reasons unknown, especially when DAYS has been one of the forerunners for same-sex unions and gay couples, and storylines on the soaps. Next, Brady, spoke with a toast to his brother, Paul, which was also heart-tugging. You can read that below.
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Best man, Brady’s toast to Paul: “This handsome, athletic, baseball superstar just kind of popped in and stole my thunder. Not only was this guy, cool and athletic, and handsome, and everything I mentioned, he was kind when he spoke, he listened. When you needed something, he was there. So, not only did I resent the fact that he was so much cooler than me, I was sucked in. He won me over and the whole family … we were all taken by him, especially dad. I happen to know for a fact that he was over the moon when he found out that you were his son. I’m so proud to be your best man, and I’m prouder to be your brother. Cheers to the grooms.”
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Not to be outdone, Shane steps forward and gives praise to his son, which is something we have certainly not heard before and it went as follows:
Andrew’s father, Shane: “Andrew and I were apart most of his childhood, and yet despite that, rather like Paul with John, he decided to follow in my footsteps. Over the years, perhaps I wasn’t as effusive with my praise as I should have been. But today, on this day, I want to make it crystal clear. Andrew, you are and always have been by pride and joy. Not only are you a a stellar, ISA agent, just as importantly, you are a stellar human being and it gives me more joy than you can imagine, that you have found someone equally stellar to share your life with. I love you, son. And Paul, even though I am so deeply sorry that you lost John, I want you to know that you’ve gained another father in me.”
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As the ceremony and the celebration winded down, Carrie told Marlena she is leaving Salem but on her way to say goodbye to Roman at the the Pub. Shane walks up to Andrew and Paul with a solution on how the newlyweds don’t have to be separated by distance. Shane says that Paul should join the ISA so he and Andrew can be together in Washington D.C.
Later, Marlena thanks Andrew and Paul for not postponing their wedding in the wake and tragedy of John’s death, sharing, “We all needed a double dose of life-affirming joy.” Next, the entire group of attendees looks up and says that John was no doubt looking down on them today as they look up to reveal a rainbow in the color of the LGBTQ+ rainbow flag.
What did you think about the wedding vows between Andrew and Paul? Did you like the toasts made by Brady and Shane? Did you reach for the hankies at all during the ceremony? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
We thought that the entire wedding was beautiful. The vows, All of the wedding toast, the family’s all being together and the rainbow at the end everything was perfect. And we would also like to commend the new writers on making it special and also on making the farewell to Drake so beautiful. He is truly missed. And it was lovely to see how much all of his co-workers truly loved him. So kudos to the writers and to all the cast. We love you all.
I really wish we had seen a “you may kiss the groom” moment. It felt awkward without it. Otherwise, I loved everything!
I thought the same thing!! I was like wait they aren’t going to kiss?? I forget did they kiss in the hotel room?
I wish Andrew and Paul were the ‘ gay’ couple on Days ! Javi and Leo are so cringe. Doing too much and corny and cliche. Paul and Andrew represent the community much better imo anyways.
I really loved the wedding and Days for always showing love to the LGBTs
Agree 100%
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Sydney Malekeh Joins the Cast of ‘Days of Our Lives’ in Mystery Role: Who Do You Think She’s Playing?
There’s a new gal coming to Salem, or is she new and a recast? That’s what inquiring minds from Days of Our Lives fans have been trying to figure out since the Peacock soap opera dropped an Instagram video heralding actress‘ Sydney Malekeh’s arrival in Salem.
The soap did confirm that viewers will first see Malekeh on the September 9 episode. In the video, Malekeh is seen going set to set from her dressing room and in to the halls of Days of Our Lives studios.
What we do know id that Sydney has been acting professionally for 6 years and had appeared on Grey’s Anatomy, Apple TV’s Shrinking and the HBO Max’s The Sex Lives of College Girls.
Plenty of Malekeh’s DAYS castmates jumped into the comment thread with positive emojis symbols or written excitement including: Paul Telfer (Xander), Linsey Godfrey (Sarah), Sal Stowers (Lani), Conner Floyd (Chad), Eric Martsolf (Brady) and Christie Clark (Carrie) and more now that fans will finally see her on-air. Since Days of Our Lives tapes 10-11 months in advance, Sydney would have started taping the show sometime back in 2025.
DAYS fans think perhaps because the actress’ name is Sydney that she might be playing the grown-up daughter of Sami and EJ. That character hasn’t bee on the canvas since 2021.
So, who do you think Sydney Malekeh might be playing on Days of Our Lives? Drop your casting director thoughts via the comment section below.
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Peacock Hikes Subscription Rates for Fourth Time in Four Years; ‘Days of Our Lives’ Fans Sound Off
While recently the streaming service Peacock reported turning a profit for its first time since its infancy, now comes word that the company is raising their prices for all customers, and in some cases it stared today on August 18.
The news of the subscription rate increases marks the fourth time the NBCUniversal streaming platform has done so in four years. So, on August 18, Peacock is increasing the prices for new or returning subscribers and customers, while current subscribers will see the rate increase on or after September 17 depending on their billing cycle when they initially signed up.
Here is the new pricing to follow along: Peacock Premium (which includes ads) will be $12.99/month, up two dollars from $10.99; Peacock Premium Plus will be $19.99/month, up three dollars increase from $16.99; and the Peacock Select tier (which includes current and past seasons of NBC and Bravo shows but excludes movies, live sports and Peacock originals) will increase a dollar from $7.99 to $8.99/month.
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SUBSCRIBERS CONTINUE TO PAY MORE ACROSS THE STREAMER LANDSCAPE
It was back in June that the streamer reported that aid subscribers were up to 48 million adding a 2 million net gain during Q2 in of 2026. The subscription price hikes are rampant now in the entertainment streaming industry where over the last two years for example, Netflix, HBO Max, Apple TV, Paramount+ have all raised their fees to consumers.
Peacock’s tier-levels feature not only Days of Our Lives, but reality hits such as The Traitors and Love Island USA, Bravo series, and a vault of Saturday Night Live, Law & Order, The Real Housewives franchise, and Below Deck episodes as well. Pecock Premium and Premium Plus subscribers have access to sports and live events, as well.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES SUBSCRIBERS HAD A FEW CHOICE WORDS FOR PEACOCK
As Days of Our Lives fans know, the soap opera moved from NBC to the streamer back in September of 2022 after 57 years on broadcast television. When the news hit X on the price increase, DAYS fans had a lot to say about it. Here are just a few of the comments below:
“I can’t believe Peacock and can’t come to a deal with Cordya to air old episodes of #Days. That alone would bring a ton of subscribers,” to If Peacock actually cared about #Days of Our Lives, gave the show the budget it needs for better sets, cameras, background actors and enough time to tell proper stories, I wouldn’t mind paying more. If the money actually showed on screen, the higher price would be worth it,” to “I will continue to pay for a Peacock subscription as long as #Days is on it, but did we know there was another price increase coming?” and more.
So, what do you think of the new price hike increase to watch Days of Our Lives and your other favorite shows and events on Peacock? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.
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‘Veronica & Julian’ Feature Starring ‘Days of Our Lives’ Alums Nadia Bjorlin and Kyler Pettis Releases Key Art and More (Exclusive)
In the upcoming indie feature Veronica & Julian from director Otoja Abit, two former Days of Our Lives stars, Nadia Bjorlin (ex-Chloe Lane) and Kyler Pettis (ex-Theo Carver), headline the drama feature in this story of a May-December romance that faces challenges along the way.
Veronica & Julian centers on a confident and successful marketing executive (Bjorlin) who winds up falling for a younger aspiring architect (Pettis). From there, a journey of desire and self-discovery is set against the backdrop of present-day New York City.
The cast also includes: Blake Jenner (ex-Glee), Erin Cummings, Chrystee Pharris (ex-Simone Russell, Passions and Queens of Drama), Robert Lee Leng, Mark Famiglietti and Jennafer Newberry.
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LIVE CHAT WITH NADIA AND KYLER PLANNED
Now, Michael Fairman TV can share exclusively: the key poster art below, and that current plans that call for Veronica & Julian to be released and made available late this holiday season.
In addition, Nadia and Kyler will join us for a very special livestream conversation on the Michael Fairman Channel (Monday, Aug 24 – 3PM ET/Noon PT) to chat about their roles in the film, their time on Days of Our Lives, life post-soap opera, and much more. Fans can join the live chat and pose their questions to the actors as well.
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THE THEMES BEHIND VERONICA & JULIAN
Director Otoja Abit shared this statement on the feature film, “Veronica & Julian is about the right people who have a chance meeting at the wrong time. It’s a look at two people who don’t grow apart—they just grow up. This film is an authentic exploration of an imminent ending and how two people deeply in love got there. It aims to be quiet while telling a relatable story about modern-day relationships.”
Abit continued, “As a society, mainstream romantic films are often delivered through fantastical aspirations. I created this film believing that viewers who have experienced a breakup can relate to Veronica and Julian, depending on their perspective. They’re a couple navigating some of the most familiar obstacles in love: miscommunication, timing and pride.”
He concluded, “It’s a story about endings told through the small moments we often don’t recognize until they’re gone. With the support of the Panavision New Filmmaker Program, I approached the story with a deeper sense of visual control while maintaining the naturalism that defines each character.”
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NADIA AND KYLER GOT THEIR FIRST BIG BREAK IN SOAPS
As Days of Our Lives fans know, Bjorlin is best known for her long-running role as Chloe Lane. Nadia played the part from 1999-2023 with various runs in Salem. She is also known for her role as Lara in the Venice the Series since 2009. Nadia’s other TV and film credits include: A Murder Between Friends, NCIS, Two Broke Girls and more.
Pettis played Theo Carver on Days of Our Lives from 2015-2018 and earned himself a Daytime Emmy for his work in the now defunct Outstanding Younger Actor in a Daytime Drama Series back in 2019. His other TV credits include roles on: The Rookie, All American: Homecoming and Ray Donovan.
Veronica and Julian is written, produced and directed by Abit and produced through his Willful Productions alongside Kory Apton and Ian Phillips. Executive producers include: Nick Leicht, Gregory Sinche, Shelly Sinche, Torsten Sippel, Tim Freydberg, Ryan Schulke and Matthew Conlin.
So, intrigued to see Nadia and Kyler as a romantic couple in the film Veronica & Julian? Miss them on Days of Our Lives? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
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