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DAYS OF OUR LIVES: Bo and Hope Renew Their Vows Before Leaving Salem; Peter Reckell & Kristian Alfonso Make ‘Bope’ Timeless
In an episode entirely devoted to Bo and Hope (sprinkled in with some newly-created ‘black and white’ flashbacks of a young Tom and Alice Horton), Days of our Lives served up a long-awaited happy ending for one of the great soap super couples of all-time, while leaving the door open for return appearances down the line.
While the on-screen returns of Peter Reckell (Bo) and Kristian Alfonso (Hope) were short and over only several episodes, the takeaway for ‘Bope’ fans is: Bo is now out of his coma and on the mend. He has his memories and mind in tact, and can now spend the rest of his life with his “Fancy Face” as they sail off to new adventures wherever it takes them.
The episode also served as the counterpoint to how their love story ended a few years back, when after Bo was awakened from a cryogenic state (thanks to the evil Megan Hathaway DiMera) and his memory was scrambled, making him do things more like a “Kiriakis,” he was almost reunited with Hope. However, he was shot and landed in a coma, thanks to his son, Shawn (Brandon Beemer). Fast-forward to 2025 and Wednesday’s, June 18th episode, it was simple and aimed as a love letter to longtime fans of the couple who wanted to see them together, happy and reunited.
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In the story, Bo surprises Hope at the Horton house with an impromptu renewal of their wedding vows. As they flashback to their wedding and what they said to each other in the past, they say it to each other now in the present. In one of the more touching moments, Bo has a wedding ring for Hope, and when she opens it, she is reduced to tears realizing it was her mother Addie’s wedding ring. Bo reveals he had help preparing this from their son, Shawn.
Then, in another surprise, Bo shows Hope a photo of the the “Fancy Face” and says he took it back from Shawn, who is not using it at present, since he is so busy working in Salem. Bo shares that he thought it would be a great opportunity for them to sail around the world, and to have a new adventure together.
Sadly, Bo admits that the one thing John’s death and his near death have taught him is to live each day to its fullest, without regret. Now, he wants to make new memories with Hope since they missed out on almost 12 years together. Hope is touched, and is excited about the prospect to be with Bo and sail around the world with him.
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The story of Bo and Hope is juxtaposed by the returns of Zach Chyz and Sydney Kathrann Smith as a young Tom and Alice and their love for each other. In a touching moment, Bo has a suggestion for Hope … what if they follow in Doug and Julie’s footsteps and settle in the Horton family home some day, which Hope loves.
In the final scene, Bo and Hope are now sitting in front of the plaque dedicated to Tom and Alice Horton at Horton Town Square. They reflect on how goodbyes never get easier. Cue the Bo and Hope love story montage. As viewers see memorable moments over the years from their adventures, romance, struggles, almost divorces, and the death of their beloved son, Zack.
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Back in the present, Bo and Hope shared that they’ve had amazing memories together and so many more to come. “So long, Salem,” Bo says as they get up to leave. However, Hope adds, “Until next time.”
While it is always difficult to see iconic stars Peter Reckell and Kristian Alfonso exit DAYS, it should also be noted that through their scenes, on-screen chemistry and the flashbacks, that Bo and Hope are truly timeless – a couple brought to life by two actors over decades that always has the ability to make us smile or make us cry. As Carol Burnett would sing, “I’m so glad we had this time together.” Let’s keep the faith that maybe another return will be made down the line, but at least, we leave their story for now knowing Bo and Hope are well, in love as ever, and enjoying life together.
So, what did you think of the DAYS episode devoted to Bo and Hope? Were you touched by Bo’s gestures for Hope including: renewing their vows, Addie’s wedding ring, getting back the “Fancy Face” etc? Will you miss Peter and Kristian? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Honestly didn’t see the point of the fake “flashbacks” with the Tom & Alice standins. That seems like something that would have fit better in the upcoming 60th anniversarry episodes.
Other than that a good compilatiion of Bo & Hope clips, and at least this “visit” ended on a good note. But still a bit of a ripoff… after months of buildup, they were around for what? 4 episodes??
Was actually hoping they might stick around since they were supposedly going to take over John’s role at “Black Patch” detective agency, and look for that necklace that Little Dougie stole from Julie.
Now there’s a useless character who should be on his way out of Salem immediately. Him and Fake Phillip.
I don’t think a whole episode was necessary. Especially so much of it was just I love you over and over. No need for a speedy return …
It helps people believe in true love Over 42 years it rekindles their spirit of being loved
Loved it you can’t deny the chemistry they have together.Kust wish they could have stayed longer. Hope the powers that be bring them back sooner rather then later
It impressed me that Peter Reckell can still pull off shirtless scenes at age 70. Most American men can’t….. maybe standing up…. but not lying down in bed!
Peter obviously takes care of himself.
Love seeing Peter and Kristian!!!
But will admit this was a flop for me. Very little screen time, anti-climatic, dull, lackluster scenes. They missed a LOT of beats that could have been explored. Mainly that they have been separated for 12 years! Hope had other relationships and a lot has happened and none of that is even mentioned. It was all just roses and sunshine and felt a bit insulting to watch as a long time fan. They need a storyline next time and more reverence and angst built in to their writing. It felt rushed and just like they are being retired and put in the old shelf.
No matter what you do some people will never be satisfied. The Bo and Hope dedication was just that dedicated to Bo and Hope. It was wonderful finally seeing a soap couple for once having a happy ending with no drama. I never thought it could be done but days pulled it off. I enjoyed the memories and hoping they will return one day. Thank you
There is never enough time to watch Bo and Hope and their love story and the adventures they still have on the show hopefully. Bring them back soon for a while
Will miss this iconic TV couple. Made for some memorable moments on Australian soapie viewing. Thankyou for these moments.
So glad days gave these two wonderful actors the opportunity to come back and renew their love story.They definitely were a big reason days had so many viewers back in the day.The had a lot of great story lines and adventures. They deserved the respect to finish out their love story which has been dangling on for years.Hope to see them on again.
Loved it. Bo and Hope are Days of Our Lives and Timeless characters.
More casting news from Days of Our Lives, and for now, the soap opera seems to be breaking their new additions to Salem via their Instagram account. Now comes word and picture on August 24, that General Hospital and The Young and the Restless alum Brytni Sarpy has joined DAYS!
The Peacock soap opera’s Instagram account, showed a photo of Sarpy standing in front of her dressing room in the hallways of Days of Our Lives’ studios. The caption read, “Someone new is checking into Salem… Welcome Brytni Sarpy to the Days of our Lives family! Stay tuned.”
The casting of Sarpy comes on the heels of the announcement of Sydney Malakeh coming to the show in September, and earlier this year General Hospital favorite, Sofia Mattsson (ex-Sasha Gilmore, GH) joining the show in a mystery role when she began taping back around the end of March of this year. Now Sarpy is the “mystery role” category too!
In addition, the Days of Our Lives social team dropped a video ditty of the cast spoofing Love Island, where Sarpy appears as the new “bombshell” of the villa. Other cast members such as Rob Scott Wilson (Alex), Abigail Klein (Abigail), Casey Moss (JJ), Sal Stowers (Lani), Paul Telfer (Xander) and Linsey Godfrey (Sarah) pop-up in it too, among others.
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SOAP HOPPING
Soap fans first met Sarpy when she played Valerie Spencer, the niece of Luke (Anthony Geary) and Bobbie Spencer (Jackie Zeman) on General Hospital back in 2015. She made her final appearance on the series back in 2019 to join the cast of The Young and the Restless in the role of Elena Dawson.
Elena was introduced as a love interest for Devon Winters (Bryton James). She later cheated on him with his cousin Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic). Elena began to be back-burned by 2023 with Sarpy’s last on-screen appearance in Genoa City in November of 2024.
Due to Days of Our Lives nearly year in advance tape schedule, viewers will have to wait till sometime in the early summer of 2027 to see Brytni’s arrival in Salem.
So, happy to see Brytni Sarpy has landed another soap role? Now that she is at DAYS, who you think she might be playing and paired with? Put on your casting director hats and let us know via the comment section.
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Sydney Malakeh 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 Malakeh‘s arrival in Salem.
The soap did confirm that viewers will first see Malakeh on the September 9 episode. In the video, Malakeh 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 Malakeh’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 Malakeh 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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