Days of Our Lives Recap: EJ Gets Dressed Down by Chanel

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08-05-2025

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On today's Days of Our Lives recap:
Salem Inn – Johnny's Room: Marlena arrives to check on Johnny after hearing Tate knocked him upside the head. She mentions she saw him at the hospital and says Sophia is on bed rest for the remainder of the pregnancy. With that, she asks her grandson how he's doing, and he says things couldn't be worse.
Johnny explains to Marlena how he told Chanel about not wanting to be a new father, thus his new address. Marlena thinks, in time, she will come to realize he did what he needed to do. Marlena thinks, eventually, Johnny will change his tune about children.
DiMera Mansion – Living Room: EJ is flashing back to Johnny with a gun when Chanel storms in, furious about the adoption. EJ doesn't understand and Johnny explains how Johnny doesn't want to be a father based on EJ's nefarious history. EJ is dismayed when Chanel lights in saying his mistakes have taken Johnny's joy and light and she will never stop hating him for it. Chanel storms out and runs into Marlena at the door.
DiMera Mansion – Foyer: Marlena says how sorry she is about the adoption. Chanel is skeptical as advised Johnny to follow his heart, which apparently meant blowing up the adoption. Marlena acknowledges Johnny could have handled the situation better but is dealing with so much about EJ. Chanel gets it but wishes he had talked through everything with her rather than just reacting. Chanel knows Johnny loves her, but he broke her heart.
Horton Square: Chad and Cat meet up and discuss her upcoming date with EJ. She notes how it's simply about the charity and is no big deal. Chad says his brother will have an ulterior motive. Cat is tickled by Chad's assertion as he was so concerned about his brother just a couple of weeks prior. Cat acknowledges the date is strange and wonders why he woke from the coma and decided to bid on the auction (Was it Susan?). Chad says he will talk to EJ and get to the bottom of things.
DiMera Mansion – Living Room: A distressed EJ stares at a photo of him and Johnny, when Marlena enters. She notes his tears and EJ says he has been emotional since coming out of the coma. He says he just learned about the tanked adoption from Chanel. He wants Johnny to know how much he loves him. EJ says knowing Johnny doesn't want him around, brings him so much pain. Marlena gets straight to the point and asks if he thinks Johnny is the one who shot him. EJ says his son isn't capable of killing anyone, much less him. EJ worries the anger Johnny feels will destroy him, as he knows what that feels like. He begs Marlena to tell his son he loves him and will always support him. She agrees and notes they always feel the need to protect their children. With that, Marlena brings up Belle but is interrupted by Chad's arrival.
Marlena makes her exit, and Chad gets down to business by asking about Cat. EJ says there are no ulterior motives and he simply wanted to support the hospital. Further, he wanted to have a little harmless fun. EJ realizes Chad might be sweet on Cat. He tells Chad there is nothing to worry about as he is currently connected to Belle.
Brady Pub: Steve and Shawn Douglas are very publicly discussing breaking into Dr. Russell's lab to steal the drug for Bo. Steve says they have to move quickly. He doesn't want to involve Kayla but doesn't think they have a choice. Shawn D thinks Kayla will try to stop them and Steve says it's entirely possible. That being said, he thinks they have to take the risk to involve Kayla. With that, Steve makes his exit.
Johnny arrives and learns about Bo's condition from Shawn Douglas. He says they don't have any treatment and his father's prognosis is dire. They shift topics and Shawn D asks about EJ and Johnny says it was touch and go for a while but now he's better. Shawn D pushes about the strained nature of their relationship. Johnny says everything he learned messed with his head which led him to turn down the opportunity to adopt Tate and Sophia's baby. He fills Shawn D in on the rest of the situation, including his most recent run-in with his wife. Shawn D encourages Johnny to give Chanel some time. They chat back and forth about feeling responsible for their loved ones feeling devastated.
University Hospital – Kayla's Office: Dr. Russell returns to revisit their earlier conversation about the sepsis drug. He says his position hasn't changed but she has a different argument. Kayla says, if his drug works on Bo, it could put him on a fast track. Dr. Russell thinks the prospect is too risky. He switches topics and asks about being released from his contract. Kayla says she is denying his request as his research could have amazing benefits for the hospital. He is free to walk away but the contract stipulates his research belongs to the hospital. Dr. Russell is furious and makes his exit.
Steve arrives and Kayla asks about Shawn Douglas. He says Shawn D is disappointed about Dr. Russell's response. Kayla mentions Dr. Russell came by and fills Steve in on their disturbing conversation. Steve asks if she has records about the drug in question and asks if he can take a look. Kayla is clearly skeptical and asks what he is up to. Steve is evasive saying he craves knowledge. She tells him to stop, and he relents saying he is trying to protect her. Steve doesn't want to do anything to jeopardize her job but needs her help. Kayla agrees and Steve asks her to take a little walk while he does some investigating. They play a bit of a game making it clear Steve will be left alone with the contents of Kayla's desk.
Horton Square: Cat runs into a very distressed Chanel who says she just had an encounter with EJ. Cat tells her the story of the bachelorette auction date. Chanel says she needs to stay far away from EJ and explains about the hughes issues with Johnny and the adoption. Cat tries to be supportive and says maybe, if she talks to Johnny, they can find some common ground.
University Hospital – Lobby: Cat runs into Marlena and asks about John. Marlena shifts topics and notes the success of the hospital fundraiser. In their conversation, Cat mentions the bachelorette date with EJ.
Brady Pub: Shawn Douglas is chatting with Hope about Bo and how they should pray for a miracle. After he hangs up, Dr. Russell walks in to pick up takeout.
Salem Inn – Johnny's Room: Johnny chats with Roman about Bo when Chanel arrives. She says how furious she is with him but understands why he wasn't ready to be a father. Johnny thanks her and wonders if she is ready to forgive him.
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Endings
Cat says she barely knows EJ and she and Chad can't figure out his ulterior motive. Marlena wouldn't put it past him.
Chad tells EJ he couldn't be happy with Cat as it's all too complicated. EJ wants to gift him the date he bought with her. Chad asks about his sudden generosity and EJ notes how changed he is since his coma. Chad thanks his brother for the offer but can't accept it as he doesn't want to give Cat the wrong impression. EJ thinks it's the perfect setup to test the waters.
Chanel says she isn't ready to forgive her husband. Johnny really hurt her and needs more time and space before she's ready for him to come home. Johnny asks if there is hope and swears, he will put in the work to save their marriage.
Steve returns to Kayla's empty office, heads over to the desk and reads the files that will help him and Shawn Douglas break into Dr. Russell's office.
Dr. Russell takes a call and says all their plans for the sepsis drug are about to go up in smoke. On the other end of the line, EJ says not to worry as he has a plan.
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