Days of our lives spoilers: RUMOR! James Scott returns as EJ and Dan Feuerriege is leaving DOOL.
TV Soap Shockwaves: Will James Scott Return to Days of Our Lives Amid Stephano DiMera Resurrection Rumors?
Greetings, loyal fans of Days of Our Lives, and welcome back to TV Days Drama Digest, where soap dreams, heartbreaks, and scandals are always center stage. Today’s report dives headfirst into a rumor that has set Salem ablaze—one that tugs at the heartstrings of longtime fans and has reignited the fires of hope and speculation.
Whispers have grown louder that James Scott, the legendary actor behind EJ DiMera, might be making a sensational return. But that’s not all—the rumors are tightly entwined with another bombshell: the possible resurrection of the original Phoenix himself—Stephano DiMera.
Hold onto your martinis and mysterious family crests—because this wild ride through Salem’s shadowy legacy might just change everything.
🌪️ The Spark That Lit the Rumor Mill
In true Days of Our Lives fashion, the drama didn’t begin on-screen—it started online. Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit have exploded with speculation after fans began piecing together what some believe are breadcrumbs dropped by cast interviews, cryptic social media posts, and even subtle writing choices.
At the center? James Scott, who famously portrayed the brooding, complex, and dangerously charming EJ DiMera from 2006 to 2014. For fans, Scott’s performance was unforgettable. His chemistry with Alison Sweeney (Sami Brady), his constant inner war between power and love, and his fiery confrontations made EJ one of the most captivating DiMeras in Salem history.
When EJ was gunned down in 2014, hearts broke—and though the role was eventually recast in 2021 with Dan Feuerriegel, many fans never stopped associating EJ with Scott’s original portrayal.
🕵️♀️ The Burning Question: Return as EJ—or Someone New?
At the heart of this rumor lies a powerful question: If James Scott returns, would it be as EJ DiMera—or a new DiMera entirely?
Let’s break it down.
Scenario 1: James Scott Returns as EJ
A dream scenario for many fans. It’s undeniable that Scott’s EJ had an irreplaceable edge—equal parts dangerous and magnetic. His return could reignite:
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His epic love story with Sami (especially if Alison Sweeney also returns)
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Long-standing rivalries with characters like Rafe, Lucas, and even Chad
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The deeper exploration of EJ’s struggle between redemption and DiMera darkness
But there’s a catch—Dan Feuerriegel is currently portraying EJ and has garnered a solid fanbase of his own. Recasting the role back to Scott would be a bold—and controversial—move. It would require significant rewriting, explanation, or perhaps… a twist of doppelgängers?
Scenario 2: A New DiMera Enters the Scene
The DiMera family tree is notoriously tangled. It’s not far-fetched to imagine James Scott returning as a never-before-seen DiMera—a long-lost son, cousin, or even an AI clone crafted from Stephano’s vault of secrets. Fan theories have suggested he could portray someone like:
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Vincent DiMera: A secret child raised in exile, sent to carry on the legacy of Stephano
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The Phoenix’s enforcer: A loyal follower executing a plan to resurrect the DiMera patriarch
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A darker mirror of EJ: Channeling EJ’s energy but free from his past
This angle allows Scott to return without unseating the current EJ—offering fresh chaos, a whole new arc, and the opportunity for EJ vs. “Not-EJ” drama.
🔥 The Resurrection of Stephano: Fact or Fantasy?
No DiMera story is complete without the looming shadow of Stephano DiMera, master manipulator and the man who redefined villainy. Portrayed by the late Joseph Mascolo until his passing in 2016, Stephano has been resurrected more times than we can count, through faked deaths, brain chips, AI constructs, and even posthumous voice recordings.
So when fans caught wind of whispers about Stephano’s possible resurrection—possibly aided by a returning James Scott—the internet ignited.
Imagine this:
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A hidden DiMera vault containing a neural map of Stephano’s consciousness
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Encrypted AI messages leading a new DiMera (played by Scott) back to Salem
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A power-hungry mission to digitally resurrect the Phoenix and reinstate DiMera dominance
It’s far-fetched. It’s dramatic. And it’s very Days of Our Lives.
🧠 Cold Reality: What Do We Know For Sure?
Here’s where we pump the brakes.
Despite the fervor, there has been no official confirmation from Days of Our Lives producers, NBC/Peacock, or James Scott himself about any return. Recent cast announcements and returns—such as Alison Sweeney (Sami) and Chandler Massey (Will)—have stirred excitement, but Scott’s name hasn’t been mentioned.
James Scott has also been out of the acting spotlight since 2014, when he stepped away from Hollywood to become a life coach. In multiple interviews since, he’s expressed deep contentment with his decision to leave acting behind.
“Acting was an incredible ride,” Scott said in a 2017 interview, “but I’m where I’m meant to be now.”
By all accounts, he’s at peace with his post-soap life. So where did these rumors begin?
Most likely: fan-generated speculation, amped up by nostalgia, Reddit theory threads, and the eternal soap fan hope that no character—and no actor—is ever truly gone for good.
💔 Fan Reactions: Hope, Nostalgia, and the Power of Memory
Despite the lack of confirmation, the emotional response to the rumor has been massive.
“James Scott is EJ. No one else even comes close,” one fan wrote on Reddit.
“Dan is doing great, but I’d cancel everything if Scott came back for just one arc,” another posted on X.
Some fans are torn between loyalty to Scott’s legacy and respect for Feuerriegel’s work. Others are simply excited at the prospect of anything DiMera-related involving James Scott and a potential Stephano revival.
It’s a tribute to the emotional weight these characters hold. For longtime viewers, Scott’s EJ represents not just a character, but an era—an unforgettable time of powerhouse storylines, high drama, and deep emotional stakes.
💡 Soap Fantasy: What Could This Story Look Like?
Let’s indulge a little. Imagine this storyline:
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A cloaked figure arrives in Salem, bearing the DiMera insignia and a mission: to awaken the legacy of Stephano
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James Scott appears, but not as EJ. Instead, he’s Vincent DiMera, a hidden heir trained to carry out Stephano’s unfinished business
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He aligns with EJ (Feuerriegel) under false pretenses—but is secretly manipulating DiMera Enterprises from within
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AI files containing Stephano’s voice and mind patterns begin appearing, controlled by Vincent
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Sami returns, drawn by the chaos, and finds herself caught between her past with EJ and an unexpected chemistry with Vincent
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A final showdown reveals that Vincent never wanted to resurrect Stephano—he wanted to surpass him
It’s bold. It’s wild. It’s soap opera perfection.
🧭 Looking Ahead: What This Rumor Really Means
In truth, this may be just that—a rumor.
But in soap operas, rumors matter. They reflect what the audience wants, what characters resonate deeply, and how nostalgia can still drive passion for a show nearing six decades on air.
Whether or not James Scott ever returns, the love fans have for his EJ DiMera is immortal. And the possibility of a Phoenix-like resurrection of Stephano—even if only symbolically—reminds us that Days of Our Lives is a world where death is optional, legacies live forever, and anything can happen.
📣 Your Turn, Salem Fans!
What do YOU think?
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Should James Scott return to Days of Our Lives?
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Would you rather see him reprise EJ or take on a new DiMera identity?
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Is there room for Stephano to rise again—or is it time to let the Phoenix rest?
Drop your hottest theories, favorite EJ memories, and wildest DiMera predictions in the comments. And if you haven’t already, hit that like button, subscribe to TV Days Drama Digest, and stay tuned for more spoilers, updates, and deep dives into the world of Days of Our Lives.
Because in Salem… the story never truly ends.
🕰️ Until next time, soap lovers—keep watching, keep hoping, and keep believing in the impossible.
