Days Of Our Lives
Freddie Smith On DAYS Double Wedding: "The Material, The Story, The Twists And Turns Made It A Blast To Film These Scenes"
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This week on Days of our Lives, the double wedding of Chad (Billy Flynn) and Abigail (Marci Miller) and Sonny (Freddie Smith) and Paul (Christopher Sean) begins! And from the latest promo from NBC, it looks like there is certainly a wedding crasher on the horizon!
The drama is set for these duos, but will anyone get their happily ever after, and say their “I do’s”? DAYS Daytime Emmy winner, Freddie Smith took to Instagram to share his enthusiasm for the upcoming scenes that fans of the NBC series will begin to see reveal itself.
Smith expressed: “Can’t wait to see the double wedding! It was one of those days that reminds me why I wanted to be an actor. The material, the story, the twists and turns made it a blast to film these scenes. The entire cast and crew brought the heat and I have a feeling the final product will show that. Who do you think crashes the wedding?”
Watch this week’s promo for DAYS on the double wedding after the jump. Then place your bets: Will both couples, one couple, or none of the couples get hitched? What do you think will go down when the wedding crasher shows up? Comment below!
It’s Ben.
I thought it would be Will..or is it Ben…
Good guesses, Jimmy….thinking the same thing. How about Sami, come to tell Sonny off??
That is a good one…i havent been watching much…been ill and dealing with four kidney stones..so i have missed a lot…
Sorry to hear that, Jimmy. You have had it a bit rough this past year.
The good stuff out of this is that you always spring back.
Drink lots of water….. sometimes, if small enough, and per my husband, kidney stones may be ‘passed’ naturally.
Back to DOOL, LOL….do you think Will is done? Do you think we will see him again? More importantly, is he alive?
Take care, my friend.
Hey, again, Jimmy.
We only saw a bit of whomever it is, right? We know it’s a male; we know he’s young. If Will appeared to Lucas in a drunken stupor, then he wasn’t real. I’m beginning to think it may be Ben, come to claim his ‘wife’ and ‘son’, Thomas. In his sick head, Ben may still be thinking that.
“Ain’t” that sweet !! Truly….I love both Paul and Sonny.
But, truth be told; in my heart of hearts, this would be the most dramatic, opportune time for Will to appear….and, not as a ghost.
They could fool us and it could be Sonny’s brother-forget name at moment!!!
You have a point, Jimmy. Anything is a go!!
I’m glad Ben is back. Because his distraction is gonna stop Sonny and Paul from getting married. Because he is gonna confront the killer of the man he really loves.
Yes, Lynn…but, only if Will is alive. Both Paul and Sonny deserve some happiness.
As far as Ben….I’d love for him to return either on Days as another character ( it was done before with Roman, when he played the part of Chris Kasochek(sp), or on another soap).
Not only is he gorgeously HOT; Robert is extremely talented at his craft.
I am hoping it’s Ben arriving to break that crap up. I want Chad miserable for a long time after what he did to Gabi.
all he did was go back to abby she should of known he still love abby
correct – it had everything to do with giving Chad – something – to do… till they could get Marci Miller up and running… and boy has she landed.
you know that 6 month leap… doesn’t happen quickly enough.
( wish it wasn’t so far ahead they produce )
LOL, Lia!! What did Chad do to Gabi? It’s the other way around….that’s how I see it….
With all due respect, Gabi has always wanted Chad….stalked him, while she knew he was with Abby. Have you forgotten how crazy she was?
And, even after Abby left, or presumed dead, Gabi did her best to be with Chad. He was hurt and lonely and fell for her machinations.
With friends like her who needs enemies? Is that how the saying goes?
Chad broke up with her like a gentleman…she knew he was still in love with Abby all along #chabigailforever
@Lia . that is truthfully , a FUN’ny post.
and yes… I will swear on the mountaintops… just how… much… I love my Gabs
she is the cutest of the cute.. and with age, experience, and a well deserved “leading man of her own”
do you think it’s Eli ? I see sexy fun. sidebar: it’s the bees knees that he’s the grandson of Julie. she’s the real deal hoot.
ie: Chad and Abs : how they clinched ” IT ” every since Abs was hit by the car that was meant for Dario ? the response and emotion reeling from Abs and Chad has been nonstop. I’m so happy for these two. Marci Miller has more than made Abs her own. plus, one of her stronger “suits” if you will.. is when she’s living at the DiMera Manse. she’s not so uptight .. and is actually contributing as the lady of the manor and in wheeling and dealing as a Dimera. “for the good of all” keeping the peace
I remember posting back then… I hadn’t watched DAYS in so long.. and was STRUCK – I tell you … STRUCK over the head by the love scenes between Chad and Gabs. that same day… I upchucked @GH whenst tired Sonny and Carly attempted the same script. oh it was a world of difference.
for the good of the show… it’s good to see that the three of them can move on .
heck it’s just great to see the young adults having a life of their own
Yes, Camila is beautiful—-I just do not like the character.
She always makes bad choices. So, I do hope TPTB do ground her. Eli may be the IT guy….problem is: how will Dragon-Lady Julie react?
Cant wait the show is getting good wow
Could it be Sami?
Yeah, James, I said the same thing….maybe Sami? That would be a show-stopper!!
I do hope that the weddings go forward, we all know that Will will be back but let’s not forget he cheated on sonny and turned him away when sonny needed him. Let will wish them happiness and move on with his own life.
that would be something… wouldn’t it.
because I too… really like Christopher Sean acting, as Paul.
he’s a sensitive endearing Man. Just like Sonny, just like Will. wow… gotta think about that one
any way… the magic certainly was their… before Freddie Smith, LEFT the show. since his return. I kinda had the feeling that … Freddie Smith wanted to be fleshed out.. given more opportunities to meld and mix with the cast. AND the show went their. where they boggled things… was when Sonny went all corporate mogul and small fried out. THANKFULLY.. RC saw this and rectified this…. ??? perhaps Freddie Smith is saving the best for last. because he truly has chemistry with both Paul and Will. and/or it was Paul and Will who will turn out to be
it’s just more drama to unfold… yes
when you step out of the box.. and stop with the cliché .. and disrupt the wedding… let Paul and Sonny have some bliss… and know how happy they are. not the same kind of love ; no ? or yes ? when someone has to move on… from your deceased true love
I mean why not… Will would have to own up to his “infidelity” with Paul.
etc… etc…
with Gabs and Abs… AND Gramma Marlena
wow… i’m excited for this
and it’s still not unlike yours – all the same emotions
cheers
ARGH ! with Gabs and Arianna Grace.. AND Gramma Marlena
I say it’s Ben or Will
It’s Ben
Its either Dario, or Lucus. The Ben thing played out. Will is dead .
Yes, that makes sense, Raeann. Only….is Will really dead?
I hope they dont bring him back even tho I loved his character more than the new Will he was horrible! Will needs to stay dead Samis heart broke
I think Ben crashes.
Looking forward to Days. I used to watch as routine, but now I’m actually looking forward to watching and seeing what happens!!!!!
I think Sami crashes the wedding with news that Will is alive and being hidden somewhere!
Will has been recuperating in the capable, loving hands of his mother….with EJ and the kids.
We saw Will in the flesh at the chapel with Lucas. Now, Sami comes charging , a’ la Valkyrie to announce what you just said, Richad.
I have been saying this since Ben “killed” will…. I hope you’re right.
Me too! I love Sami!
I don’t think Sami would let people believe Will was dead for close to 2 years and not say anything.So i don’t think Sami had anything to do with Will’s death been faked.
I had a thought, Richard. Could the wedding crasher be Stefano?????
Nah…scratch that, LOL. Stefano in a leather jacket? Double LOL….not stocky enough….young hands…It has to be Will. Please, ye gods?
The wedding crasher is Ben, Celia. He makes the most sense because he has “ties” with both couples, plus, he was a patient at the mental hospital. Ben will crash the wedding and announce Will is alive.
Ben’s appearance could terrify Abby or prove to her tht she’s over his hold on her for the torture he put her through, but also give her hope that her cousin is alive which would absolve her of the guilt she feels for Will’s “death.”
Sonny would finally see Ben for the first time since Ben “murdered” Will which could send him in a rage, but also be hopeful that Will is indeed alive which would also cause Paul stress.
The news will send a bunch of characters on a search for Will and be what brings Sami home.
These wedding episodes are must see TV, Celia!
@4ever DAYS.
Oh, my gosh, 4ever, I am so hooked ……going crazy.
I do agree with you….I have wracked my brain; banged my head against the walls, trying to figure this out. Finally, what you just said dawned on me…..I said to myself, it has to be Ben.
I was stuck on Sami for the longest time….then Will…then, incredibly, even Stefano.
But, the little bit of the mysterious ‘crasher’ which was shown, was enough to determine it was a young male, by the clothing and his left hand….a young hand.
Thank you, my friend. I definitely agree with your premise. So exciting. Days has been so great lately….must see TV, indeed.
Plus, the comedic scenes with Bonnie? Killing it….love, love, love it !!
we will just have to tune in today and fine out
When does Tyler Christopher come on? Could it be him?
Oh, yes!!! Good one, Chrystie!!
LOL
the suspense and excitement is BUILDING
come on steadfast DrOOL . let’s fight this…
” I ” “do not” “give a hoot” about :
the GH Twins and Franco ! YES I’ll say it again… and go their
take your GH twins and franco and be done with … oh wait … it’s time for more Sonny and Carly
DAYS has all the more feasting to satiate, whet and stimulate every thing
is Will alive and coming home
who exactly is Tyler Christopher
are Eve and Kristen fast friends and take over
TC and Louise Sorel as Vivian Alamaine have a connect
Lisa Rinna is back ‘IN MY” orbit.
Sami is back – need we say more
the one thing that troubled me – about “Will” visit with Lucas at the chapel
as Will is telling Lucas he could find another love of his life. and he suggested getting back with Sami. course it was considered and what not
but it took me – left wondering… I HOPE THIS IS NOT a send off.. of Sami and Lucas. please tell me this isn’t so… OK I said it because I wondered it.
I still want Jade Harlow – even her name is sexed out. as Sheryl Connors. dag.. people , wiki her… she’s the definition of cat on a hot tin roof.
Lucas -Brady – Eric – Justin – Eli – every man for himself… she’s in every one senses.
now that Salem is without their vixens… Sami and Nicole. let’s fly
Abigail does look beautiful. I just don’t see how Chad and Abigail will ever be allowed to be happy. They always have these problems coming between them and more than most super couples.
shucks… and it’s a token of true comradeship… for the audience and these two solid actors.
god – i’m going super couple… I do care not…. these two are love defined
there are so many sleuths, machinations… mind bend or will on the horizon
just splendid feast of the best ACT’ors
Sami
Kristen
Eve
Vivian
LOL wallah this is top draw ( can’t forget – Will, Tyler Christopher, and Billie )
so we’ll let Chad and Abs honeymoon.. and live and learn from the best their is
hurry up and wait
It’s Santa Claus!
Yes, Santa!!! Guess who’s in his sack? Any number of people….LOL.
Duh! And his twin sister Princess Anastasia Romanov!
It’s Dario!
Lucas will be the crasher
I say Will,remember where there is a Will there is a way.Sorry about that.Just a little sense of humor there.
I like it, xmascarol. Humor should be applied at every opportunity….keeps us grounded.
I want it to be Dario. I do not see Chad and Abigail being a super couple together. I also would not mind it to be Sami with news that Will may be alive.
I prefer Dario appearing over anyone else. I think Dario is well needed in Salem.
OMG – there are surprises upon surprises !
Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins : as Shiela… is a GOOOOOOD actress. I swear on this. She has a connect .
A Connect ! which is always a good thing.. because, evenasmuch as she’s fantastic at the kiriakis Manse. she’s dynamo stuff – with – Bonnie. T-box is acting with the best. and slinging right
she “knows” Eli.
LOVE that this could mean not just a guest arc… i’ll take recurring plus.
ANOTHER
“wait for this ”
per soapconfidential.com XANDER – Paul Telfer is heard having a conversation with Victor… LET THIS BE . LET THIS BE
I want that Xander w/Victor is being groomed for the head of Kiriakis Empire. return!
sorry this bit of info … I think was from the “inquisitor”
i’m hoping it wasn’t an old article… so want Paul Telfer to come back home.
ANYWAY: Marlena is saying goodbye to Eric ( Greg Vaughan ) let’s hope this isn’t a swan song for and with Nicole.
I read that Greg is staying. What I don’t like is that he is soooo good and his longing for Nicole and he and Ari have so much chemistry and she will be leaving soon. I wish they would bring Theresa back for Brady because they were good together and now hopefully they will recast Nicole or find a new love interest for Eric. He and Jen do not work.
Yes on Xander too. Paul Telfer would make a GREAT leading man if given the chance. That accent, that body! He is sooo needed. He can be reformed. He is capable of caring for a woman. He showed shades of it with Nicole. He has chemistry with everyone.
Oh My God – I’m In Heaven
“I feel I’m watching a real soap opera”
I – L – O – V – E – watching this show 365 days a year !
I love it – everything in Salem is palatable.
Salute ! ” DAYS of OUR L – I – V – E – S ”
I’m watching todays ep… wedding buffet. the best cry
MUST Prop – Lauren Koslow and Thaao Penghlis – exchanging , ( there’s that sophistication and doling of wit ) FUNNY twosome. – exchanging their own fake marriage vows.
ground rules:
Kate : separate bedrooms and no sex
Andre : and no bothering me till I’ve had my morning coffee
et el … sublime fodder
as they toast : Kate to Andre . ” you better, not, mess with me ”
Andre: “whatever you say dear” the looks exchanged between them, telling us all what belies their union.
class acts
Marci Miller is knocking me out.. how in command she’s taken Abs
I love Billy Flynn
DOOL – Sony – NBC : “Thank You” for the best
Days Of Our Lives
DAYS OF OUR LIVES Preview: Xander Fights for His Life, Halloween in Salem, Lani Returns to the Salem PD
This week on all-new episodes of Days of our Lives streaming October 26-30 on Peacock; after Xander (Paul Telfer) has been shot by George (Michael Rose), and retaliates by firing a bullet his way, Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) is on the scene!
In a key moment, Dr. Horton does everything she can to stabilize Xander in order to rush him to the hospital, which finds the two former loves rekindling many of the feels that brought them together in the first place.
The official Days of our Lives promo for the week also teases how Mason (Brandon Butler) and Holly (Ashley Puzemis) get a very unexpected caller which is Sophia (Rachel Boyd)!
Photo: Corday Productions
Meanwhile, Steve (Stephen Nichols) is heard saying, “Never give EJ DiMera the benefit of the doubt. You might learn to regret it!” Next, we see Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) appear to be hanging onto Steve’s every word.
Meanwhile, Lani (Sal Stowers) celebrates her return to the Salem PD, while many Salem residents get ready for Halloween.
Chad (Conner Floyd) and his son Thomas (Cole Gersmeyer) are ready for Fright Night, as is Kirsten (Stacy Haiduk)! But as things go in Salem, masks, hidden identities, and more make for mystery and mayhem! The conclusion of the promo shows an upset EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) throwing a book at the portrait of his father, Stefano DiMera. What has him so unglued?
Photo: Corday Productions
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Here’s a look at additional Days of our Lives spoilers for this week.
Monday, October 26
Brady gets devastating news.
Leo and Javi share an emotional moment.
Tuesday, October 27
Marlena hesitates to reach out to Dominic.
Kristen makes a confession to Lani.
Wednesday, October 28
Johnny faces down his father – and his future.
Stephanie gets surprising news from Alex.
Thursday, October 29
Johnny and Chanel receive wonderful news.
Brady and Sarah have a heart-to-heart conversation.
Friday, October 30
Sarah and Xander share an emotional reunion.
Julie breaks up with Foster.
Kristen ties up some loose ends.
Chad refuses to be intimidated by EJ.
Now below, check out this week’s DAYS promo entitled, “Spooky Salem.”
Then weigh-in: are you rooting for Sarah and Xander to get back together? What is EJ so upset about? Is it about his half-brother, Dominic Marino? What skullduggery might go down on Halloween night in Salem? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) revealed on Thursday, the lineup of presenters for 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards taking place on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California.
The ceremony will stream live on the NATAS YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@theemmys and watch.TheEmmys.tv.
Scheduled to present from the current soaps are: Katelyn MacMullen (Willow, General Hospital), Delon de Metz (Zende, The Bold and the Beautiful), James Preston (Nick, The Bay), Paul Telfer (Xander, Days of our Lives), Tamara Tunie (Anita, Beyond the Gates) and Susan Walters (Diane, The Young and the Restless).
Photo: NATAS
In addition soap alums, Crystal Chappell, Lesli Kay, Joe Lando, Eva LaRue, who is also a nominee this year, A Martinez, Juliet Mills, and Alicia Leigh Willis, will also be on hand to present.
The ceremony which celebrates nominated lifestyle programs and dramas will also include presenters: Eva zu Beck (Superskilled with Eva zu Beck), Danielle Chang (Lucky Chow), Sunny Hostin (The View), Derek Hough (Extra), Pati Jinich (Pati’s Mexican Table), Star Jones (Divorce Court), Michael Jr. (Stand Up and Do Something), Judge Greg Mathis (Mathis Court with Judge Mathis), Keke Palmer (Glam Through the Ages), Nischelle Turner (Entertainment Tonight), and Andrew Zimmern (Andrew Zimmern’s Wild Game Kitchen).
The 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards will bring together an exciting mix of presenters representing the full spectrum of daytime television,” said Adam Sharp, President & CEO of NATAS. “From familiar faces in daytime drama to the personalities and creative voices behind talk shows and lifestyle programming, this year’s lineup reflects the breadth of talent that makes daytime so special. We look forward to celebrating the people who continue to shape the genre.”
Matthew Hoffman (Love Island USA, Cheap A$$ Beach Houses) will serve as the ceremony’s Voice of God, bringing his signature comedic narration to the evening’s celebrations. As previously announced, Lifetime Achievement honoree Genie Francis (Laura, General Hospital) will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by her husband, Jonathan Frakes.
So, what do you think about the list of presenters for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards? Let us know who you are looking forward to seeing via the comment section below.
For months now, Days of our Lives has teased the character of Dominic Marino. In recent weeks, viewers learned that Marino is on the down low working with Sami Brady’s (Alison Sweeney) apparent fiancé ‘Dante Vitali (Franco LoPresti), and that he is the never-before-heard-of child of Stefano DiMera (the late Joseph Mascolo) and Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall)!
Up until now, the Peacock streaming soap opera has never revealed his face, but that all seemed to change on the Tuesday, October 2o episode of DAYS. In story, Dante met Sami’s parents for the first time, Roman (Josh Taylor) and Marlena.
He shows them a photo of Dominic, which he happened to have on his own phone and even commented he kind of looked like he could be Marlena’s son. The photo, which has quickly made it around Soap Twitter/X, revealed that British-born actor Kyle Pryor is the man in the photo and eagle-eyed viewers actually located said photo on Pryor’s Instagram.
Photo: Peacock
Deadline revealed Pryor started taping at the end of 2025 and will first be seen in the role, on air Monday, November 2. In addition, Days will celebrate its 61st Anniversary with two special episodes featuring Dominic’s arrival, as well the returns of Tony and Anna DiMera, played respectively by Thaao Penghlis and Leann Hunley, on Friday, November 6 and Monday, November 9.
Those in the know, are are that Pryor previously held series regular roles on Australia’s Home and Away, and the UK’s Hollyoaks and guest starred on Emmerdale. In an ironic twist, Pryor appeared in the series Spartacus: Blood and Sand which is the same action series his apparent TV brother, Dan Feuerriegel (EJ DiMera), once appeared in before coming to DAYS.
So excited to see Kyle Pryor take on the role of Dominic Marino as Days of our Lives sets its anniversary story to kick-off with is arrival in Salem? Share your thoughts in the comment section. And in case you missed our latest conversation with Conner Floyd (Chad DiMera) he weighs-in on how Dominic’s appearance will shake things up in Salem. You can check that out below.
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