Days Of Our Lives
James Read Returns to DAYS as Clyde and EJ Become Cellmates
Tuesday episode of Days of our Lives saw EJ DiMera (Dan Feurriegel), meet none other than his new prison cellmate, Clyde Weston, which marked the return of James Read, as Ben’s (Rob Scott Wilson) dastardly father.
In story, the two inmates recount the time that Clyde worked for EJ, before EJ’s supposed death. However, because of the drug that brought him back to life and messed up his memories, EJ has no idea of how Clyde double-crossed him in the past and had actually ordered his death to go down. When EJ laments to Clyde that he hopes he can trust Clyde to have his back in the slammer, Clyde snidely comments, “You have no idea.”
These scenes signaled a return to the NBC daytime drama series for Read, who has played Clyde on and off since 2014. James spoke to Soap Opera Digest in their latest issue about coming back and taking on the role once again.
Read expressed: “This time around I got a new bunkmate.” He went on to say, “These kinds of relationships are what soaps are all about. I loved it. It gave us lots of stuff to work with as actors.”
As to working with the new EJ, Dan Feurriegel, the actor shared: “It had been so long since James (Scott) was around that I didn’t have any trouble segueing. And Dan sort of eerily reminds you of James, but then is so much his own man at the same time. It was a very quick transition.”
In addition, look for Clyde and his son, Ben to also share scenes since the criminal Clyde will be a granddad this time out.
According to reports, Read should be on the canvas for at least four to five months.
So, what did you think of the twist of having EJ be cellmates with Clyde Weston? Comment below.
The one thing that wasn’t really clear from yesterday’s episode was whether Elvis really didn’t remember how Clyde was responsible for his previous death, or if he was just thinking like a DiMera, and lying to Clyde about his memory to keep him off guard. Because the fake flashback appeared to be EJ’s memory of the incident to me.
If so, it’s a decent strategy though…. no point in starting a war with your cellmate the first day in prison. Since EJ knows he didn’t kidnap his “dear Samantha”, he assumes his stay in Statesville Gray Bar Hotel will be a short one, and once his release is imminent, there’s always a more appropriate time to get revenge on Redneck Clyde.
And since it’s Clyde, they’ll probably both break out of prison together anyway, because Clyde has a habit of doing that. As does Kristin, who probably stashed a stolen set of prison keys (or keycards or whatever they use there) somewhere on the premises for her little brother.
EJ “died” by a dayplayer (clyde just stood and watched) I never cried so much over a fictional character, as I did for EJ. I mourned the loss along with Samantha and never revisited watching it again, too hard to watch. EJ confronting Clyde after all these years came too late, no offence to Dan however it lost its momentum without James being the one to put this awful s/l to bed.
Clyde ordered EJ’s death.
I love James Reid, I just don’t like the character he plays. I thought years ago that he and Kate made the sexiest couple. As much as I love Roman, there isn’t a spark between them. James seems so nice why can’t they do something good with this actor and his character?
Would you really believe it if Clyde suddenly acted like a “nice guy”??
That wasn’t an issue for Kate…. she’s hooked up with Stefano, Andre, Victor, not to mention that abusive pig that fathered Billie & Austin. Even Bill Horton – usually thought of as a “good guy” was cheating on his wife when he was with her, so… not really all that good.
Roman is definitely not the “normal” for Kate, given her track record. Guess they figured they might as well give it a shot, since they already had 2 kids together before they even met(courtesy of Stefano & Dr Rolf playing games with stolen DNA)
It’s ironic EJ’s cellie is his “killer”. Wait until he finds out.
^^^ WHAT ? ^^^^ “…According to reports, Read should be on the canvas for at least four to five months. ” STUPENDOUS !
REPORT : ” i could fall in love with this man ” to read that he has a 4-5 month ARC ! I HOPE BEYOND HOPE… that they give father/son ALL the scenes , they want… just to flesh this family bond. they are dynamite
especially, cause ; how much victoria Konefal… has so many : is she in ? or is she OUT? i get that… she’s a young starlet on the horizon. So give Ben… his due … not have him fledgling around and about…. his Pa will add.
it would be something if they righted this man… perhaps made him a cop ? LOL. he’d be a hoot at Salem PD… wink wink with Galen Gering ‘ Rafe.
James Read is a bonanza of yield
” I love him “
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DAYS OF OUR LIVES Preview: Kristen Locates an Alive Sophia, How Much Does Rita Know About the Birth of Dominic Marino?
Next week, expected surprises and schemes on Days of our Lives. In official spoilers for episodes streaming on Peacock from October 5-9, it looks like Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) has hunted down a very much alive Sophia Choi (Rachel Boyd), while Marlena (Deidre Hall) admits a deeply concerning confession to her daughter Belle (Martha Madison), and more.
As previously reported, Tajh Bellow (ex-TJ Ashford, General Hospital) is stepping in for one day for Tyler Joseph Andrews in the role of Theo Carver and will share scenes with Gabi (Cherie Jimenez), where Theo finally agrees to go along with Gabi’s plan, after she offered him a job.
Meanwhile, Gabi may have her hands full with Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) whose big win in Monte Carlo may have sparked his gambling addiction … all over again, but Philip reveals her has a plan.
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Sydney (Sydney Malekeh) is in for a shock when Dante (Franco LoPresti) arrives in Salem. Why is he in Salem? Is he part of the unraveling of the Dominic Marino mystery, since we know he seemed like he was talking to the man in Monte Carlo?
Will Marlena ever figure out what Rita (Maggie Carney) is hiding about the mystery of Dominic, and if Marlena is truly his birth mother or did something more suspicious go on and how deeply involved is Rita in this whole story?
EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) finally demands answers of his own from Rita after overhearing on today’s Cliffhanger Friday her conversation with Marlena. Will Rita cop to anything?
Then as noted, while everyone thinks Sophia took her own life, after Kristen “murdered” her, Kristen is infuriated to find she is somehow alive working as waitress in a diner in Kentucky. Will Kristen try to kill Sophia yet again?
Take a look at some of the additional spoilers for next week’s action on DAYS below.
Monday, October 5
Joy worries about her future.
Alex surprises Stephanie.
Chanel supports Johnny through a difficult decision.
Tuesday, October 6
Rachel gives Brady cause for concern.
Roman surprises Kate.
Wednesday, October 7
Leo’s good day takes an unexpected turn.
Brady is forced to make a difficult call.
Thursday, October 8
Paulina refuses to give up on Lani.
Chanel asks Johnny for a promise.
Friday, October 9
Stephanie and Alex steal a private moment.
Steve gets troubling news from Johnny.
So, what do you think will happen when Kristen finds that the woman she thought she murdered and framed (making it looking like a suicide) is alive and well and working in a diner far away from Salem? Was Rita more involved with Stefano DiMera than we even know? Who is the birth mother of Dominic? Is it really Marlena or did someone else carrying her child? And what of Dante? Why is he back in Salem? To get at Philip, or something else? Weigh-in via the comment section below.
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‘General Hospital’ Alum Tajh Bellow Fills In for ‘Days of our Lives’ Tyler Joseph Andrews in the Role of Theo Carver
After an earlier post on Thursday, October 1 about General Hospital alumni Tajh Bellow’s (ex-TJ Ashford) upcoming project from Issa Rae’s HOOPAE Digital, comes word that Bellow is temporarily stepping into the role of Days of our Lives Theo Carver to fill in for Tyler Joseph Andrews on the Peacock streaming soap opera.
According to TV Insider, Bellow will be making a one-day appearance next week on the October 6 episode of DAYS as Andrews was unable to make the tape date that was shot 10 months ago on a day last December. Andrews (pictured below) took over the role of Theo in September of 2025.
In Bellow’s upcoming episode as Theo, he will share scenes with Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez). A DAYS spokesperson tells the outlet that Bellow “stepped seamlessly into the role, and the cast and crew were grateful for his professionalism and commitment, albeit for only one episode.”
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TAJH WILL BE SEEN IN MULTIPLE PROJECTS IN OCTOBER
As General Hospital fans know, Tajh played the role of TJ Ashford from 2018 to his last appearance in December of 2024. Along the way, he received two Daytime Emmy nominations for his performances as TJ, the last being in 2025 in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series category.
In addition, bellow along with Y&R alum Loren Lott will be seen starting on October 14 in the new Love Island spoof series, The Compatibility Experiment. The show will drop exclusively on TikTok and the PineDrama platform.
The Compatibility Experiment gives a satirical look at reality dating shows, think Love Island! The story centers around Kelvin (Bellow) and Camila (Lott), whose relationship is put to the test when they join a reality show to try to win a the million dollar prize.
So, what do you think of Tajh stepping in for Tyler Joseph Andrews as Theo on DAYS? Perhaps, the soap opera liked his work that he might be considered for another role in the future bringing Bellow back to the soaps? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section below.
Four cast members are officially on contract at Days of our Lives, according to the soap opera’s closing credits on Peacock and longtime Days expert and historian Jason 47.
Lauren Koslow (Kate), Sydney Malakeh (Sydney), Sal Stowers (Lani) and Jacob Martinez (Javi) are the names that appear in the closing credits in the contracted cast members section. Days of our Lives fans also note that the series tapes ten months in advance of streaming episodes.
As Days of our Lives fans know, Lauren Koslow has played Kate Roberts since 1996, and recently filled-in for Jess Walton in the role of Jill Abbott on The Young and the Restless when Walton was unable to travel from Oregon to Los Angeles during the specific tape dates. But now, Koslow has been re-upped to contract status as of the September 8 episode.
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SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED
Sydney Malakeh is the newest member of the contract players when she debuted on contract status on the September 10th episode. Days fans first met Sami (Alison Sweeney) and EJ’s (Dan Feuerriegel) daughter in scenes in Monte Carlo around a gambling table.
As for Sal Stowers, the actress had been on contract from 2015-2022, then on recurring status with the soap, and would make appearances and limited runs since 2023. Soap fans first saw Sal as Cassandra Foster on Prospect Park’s revival of All My Children in 2013. Sal’s first new contracted episode was noted to be September 16.
Jacob Martinez, debuted on June 30 of this year as the successor to Al Calderon in the role of Javi Hernandez, and has now been bumped up to series regular as of the September 10 episode.
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CREDITS
According to the referenced posting from Days of our Lives expert and historian Jason 47, he shared, “It took me four weeks to realize, but the same week that Sydney Malakeh (Sydney) debuted (9/7-9/11), “Days” also put Lauren Koslow (Kate), Jacob Richard Martinez (Javi) and Sal Stowers (Lani) on contract.”
Jason47 added, “This confirms the “errors” of Lani being listed in the credits the week of 9/7 but not appearing, and Kate and Javi appearing in the credits the week of 9/14 but not appearing. It also now makes sense why Javi and Sydney are being listed before Rafe and Philip in the credits.”
He also shared, “For the record, Lauren Koslow’s first date back on contract was 9/8, Jacob Richard Martinez was upped to contract on 9/10, Sydney Malakeh debuted on contract 9/10 and Sal Stowers’ first date back on contract was 9/16. The records will be fixed on the website in the coming days.”
So, glad to hear Lauren, Sydney, Sal and Jacob appear to be on contract with Days of our Lives (as of these episode airings)? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
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