Days of Our Lives Recap: Sami Returns to Grieve For John

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Days of Our Lives Recap: Sami Returns to Grieve For John originally appeared on Daytime Confidential.
On today's Days of Our Lives recap:
Horton House: JJ and Julie wonder where in the world Chad is. JJ and Julie do a little investigating and come up empty. JJ promises to keep Julie posted as he heads off to the station.
Horton Square: Johnny and Chanel are discussing Samantha Gene's quick visit. Just then, a distressed Felicity approaches saying Cat is missing. They take a seat, and Felicity says she hasn't seen her sister since the prior afternoon. Johnny and Chanel chat and she says she will deal with Felicity's issues. With that, Johnny heads off to see his mother. Chanel grabs Felicity and they head off to the police station.
Marlena and John's Penthouse: Marlena emerges from her bedroom to find Samantha Gene in her living room. They are both in tears when they embrace. Sami says how sorry she is to have not been around for John's services. Sami is so terribly upset she didn't visit more and didn't give herself the chance to say all the things she should have said. She goes on to say how she wishes she had thanked John for all the things he did to support her as a child. Marlena says John didn't need her words as he already knew she loved him. Sami can't believe it as she hated him for loving her mother. He treated her like a daughter. Marlena says Sami WAS his daughter and he adored her. Sami hated when John called her mother Doc and now would give anything to hear it again.
Marlena still pictures John in the room telling all his stories. Samantha Gene laughs and remembers how he was willing to help no matter what insane mess she got herself into. He was always made her feel loved and respected. Marlena says John never judged Sami and was so proud of the woman she became. Sami needs to pull herself together, so Johnny doesn't find her a mess. Marlena says they needed to cry and is happy they could do it together. Just then, Johnny arrives and embraces his mother. Marlena heads over to the hospital to give them some time.
Johnny and Samantha Gene discuss his trial. She says it's good he got past his anger with his father so he can defend him. They move along to talking about Johnny's government name and how he was named 'John Roman' when they thought John was dead. She is thrilled he actually got to meet the man for whom he was named.
Johnny wants to hang with his mother but needs to get ready for court. With that, he exits, leaving his mother in tears. Samantha Gene talks to the photos of John about how he loved his entire family. She thinks back to how she resisted his tough love but knows she needed it the most. Sami always thought she would have enough time to say what she needed to say but life is not fair. She thanks John for making her the woman she is today.
Flashback: John comforting Samantha Gene in one of her many hours of need.
University Hospital – Elevator: Cat is dreaming and saying 'stop it' out loud, when she sits up with Chad next to her. She can't believe they've been their all night and think their loved ones must be freaked out. With that, Cat takes off her shoes and says she's going to get them out of there. She quickly fails and the two share an adorable giggle. Suddenly, they hear Julie calling out.
University Hospital – Lobby: Marlena runs into Julie who is freaked out about because Chad is missing. Just then, she spots an 'out of order' sign and the two wonder if he could be stuck in the elevator. They call out to him and Chad says 'they' are stuck but fine. Julie freaks out when she learns he's in there with Cat and tells her to keep her hands off Abigail's husband.
Marlena probes Julie about Cat. Julie indicates wherever Chad is Cat is sure to follow. Marlena thinks it's far-fetched to believe Cat messed with the elevator and Julie relents. Julie says what Chad and Abigail shared was the kind of love she shared with Doug and Marlena had with John.
Marlena can't imagine going on without John. She realizes she and Julie have both been through hell but knows they will find a way to go on. She knows Chad is in the same position but thinks it would be even more tragic for such a young man to grieve forever. Julie agrees but just doesn't want it to be Cat. Just then, Chanel and Felicity walk up and think it's odd Cat was at the hospital at all as she wasn't scheduled to work.
Salem PD – Lobby: Chanel and Felicity arrive and tell JJ that Cat is missing. Chanel promises Felicity they will find her sister. JJ gets a call from Julie who tells them about Cat and Chad being trapped in an elevator.
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Endings
The elevator repair man arrives saying it's fixed and everyone will be safe. Just then, Cat and Chad scream out for help.
Chanel and Johnny reconnect and she explains about Cat and Chad being stuck in the elevator all night. Chanel asks about Johnny's visit with his mother, and he explains how they focused on his Grandpa John and how wonderful it was to have him in their lives.
Samantha Gene continues talking to John's photo and specifically recalls being convicted of Franco's murder. Cue the flashback of Sami on death row. She asks John to protect her family from all of their enemies. In real-time, Sami tells John he will always live in her heart and 'that's a fact.'
The hospital elevator opens to find Cat and Chad in an embrace, much to Julie's chagrin. Keep checking back for the latest Days of Our Lives recaps!
This story was originally reported by Daytime Confidential on Aug 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
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