‘Days of Our Lives’ Cast Discuss Salem’s Biggest Plot Twists

Days of Our Lives Stars Reveal Their Most Unbelievable Plot Twists in Salem

 

Over its impressive 60-season run, Days of Our Lives has kept audiences glued to their screens with jaw-dropping plot twists that range from outrageous love affairs and identity mix-ups to sinister murders and unexpected kidnappings. At Peacock’s “Day of Days” event on November 2, cast member Leo Howard shared his thoughts with Us Weekly, highlighting the sheer creativity of soap opera storytelling. He humorously mentioned the sheer excitement of a baby-swapping plot, asserting that such twists are always crowd favorites.

 

Galen Gering, another fan-favorite from the series, teased that fans have plenty to look forward to. With the show officially renewed for its 61st season, Gering hinted at a massive twist on the horizon, saying, “Honestly, the biggest plot twist for me is about to happen. I can’t spill any details, but it’s going to be a wild ride.”

 

Before unveiling the much-anticipated teaser for season 60, the cast members of the long-running soap reflected on their favorite shocking moments throughout its storied history. Below, find some of the most unbelievable twists from the characters that have made Salem famous.

 

Stephen Nichols recalled a wild plot twist that had him returning to Salem as Stefano complete with a chip implanted in his head. He stated, “I remember taking a year off and coming back to learn, ‘You’re going to be Stefano. Someone’s going to plant a chip in your head.’ It was a crazy ride.”

 

Martha Madison reminisced about Marlena Evans’ infamous possession storyline. “The devil possession arc has to be the most iconic,” she noted. She also reflected on the bizarre circumstances surrounding her character Belle’s relationship with Shawn, saying, “We conceived our child while in a hypothermic coma! We had no clue until years later.”

 

Susan Hayes shared her favorite moments related to intense stunts, recalling a time when the cast had to deal with cascading stones from a turret. “Jumping from an airplane was another crazy day for us. It just goes to show the wild experiences we’ve shared in this soap world.”

 

Billy Flynn found humor in a particularly outrageous storyline involving a microchip, revealing, “They had Stefano’s essences transferred to Stephen Nichols’ character. The absurdity of it all made it a remarkable moment.”

 

Deidre Hall, synonymous with the show, also echoed the classic possession storyline as her top pick. She quipped, “That’ll be on my tombstone,” emphasizing the impact it’s had on her character and the series.

 

For Robert Scott Wilson, the most shocking moment was his abrupt return as a new character soon after his previous character left the show. He remarked, “It felt like a door closing turned into an unexpected opportunity.”

 

Cherie Jimenez made quite an entrance, exposing a major deception regarding a baby’s paternity just days into her role. “It was a dramatic reveal, catching everyone off guard while I went in guns blazing.”

 

Al Calderon, a newcomer in the latest season, readily anticipates the outrageous twists his character will face. He quipped, “I’m ready for my OMG moment. I just hope it involves some scandal.”

 

Colton Little reflected on a more personal milestone, appreciating the chance to portray a complex gay character, saying, “It’s an honor to represent diversity on television.”

 

Eric Martsolf brought laughter with a storyline that defied logic; his character unknowingly having a child while his partner was wearing a mask. “It’s wild to think my character couldn’t tell the difference. It’s a testament to how bizarre things can get.”

 

Sal Stowers discussed the twist involving her character transitioning from a detective to a nun, admitting, “I never thought I’d be playing a role like that. It was certainly an OMG moment for me.”

 

Tina Huang added a humorous take on her character’s transformation from a strict DA to the unexpected role of a kidnapper, highlighting the blend of drama and unpredictability the show is known for.

 

As anticipation builds for the next season, fans can expect more stunning revelations, unpredictable storylines, and classic Days of Our Lives drama. New episodes continue to stream on Peacock weekday mornings.