Days of our Lives Comings and Goings: Big Goodbyes, But They'll Be Back
Another week, another goodbye on Days of our Lives. Here's the latest comings and goings casting news from the soap. Check out who bid adieu to Salem. Plus, find out if any newcomers are joining the Peacock drama in contract, recurring, or day-player roles.
Some fan favorites have wrapped up their brief return stints. Matthew Ashford and Melissa Reeves said goodbye to Salem as Jack and Jennifer Deveraux, when their characters headed back to Boston. But fret not, they'll eventually be back for another visit.
Also on the exit front, Christie Clark is out as Carrie Brady Reed. The character returned to Switzerland to join her husband, Austin (Austin Peck), and their son, Noah.
Meanwhile, the drama revs up regarding Tate (Leo Howard) and Sophia's (Rachel Boyd) baby, which means more airtime for Tina Huang as Melinda Trask. The actress appears in scenes with Boyd on Thursday, July 3, when Sophia asks the attorney for help.
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