Days Of Our Lives Spoilers: Shocking Truth Behind EJ DiMera’s Salem Departure Revealed
Days of Our Lives spoilers and updates tease EJ DiMera (Dan Feurreriegel) has garnered a number of adversaries in Salem, even among his own relatives.
As a result, viewers are beginning to speculate whether this character may be departing from the soap opera in the near future.
Salem May Not Be Safe For EJ
Although one hint may reveal EJ’s destiny, it coincides with anticipated cast changes on the Peacock soap; over the years, a range of actors have brought this character to life.
Staying true to the soap opera legacy, EJ was originally played by child actors before transitioning to an older version. James Cott took on the role from 2006 to 2014, followed by a short portrayal by Trey Baxter in 2018.
The character experienced a notable shift during the James Scott era. Presently, Dan Feuerriegel has been embodying EJ since 2021.
EJ Is The Son Of Stefano DiMera And Susan Banks
On the soap, EJ is the son of crime boss Stefano DiMera (Joseph Mascolo) and Susan Banks (Stacy Haiduk). The character has been the subject of various storylines on the show, such as his controversial relationship with Sami Brady (Allison Sweeney).
The list of characters against EJ at one point even included his own son, Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman) , after he learned how he was conceived. A confrontation even saw Johnny slap his father during a confrontation-however, EJ wants to make amends.
Dan Feurreriegel Appears To Be Staying On The Show
Fans have solid reasons to believe that EJ will remain in Salem; at the very least, his current portrayal by Dan Feuerriegel seems secure on Days of Our Lives.
Recently, Feuerriegel posted a video on Instagram showcasing the soap’s 60th anniversary photoshoot, where he was seen alongside his fellow cast members. In his caption, he expressed excitement, saying, “Here’s a little behind-the-scenes glimpse of our 60th anniversary photoshoot.
I can’t wait for you all to see the final result. I’m looking totally handsome in it, and I suppose AnnaLynne McCord (Cat Greene) and Billy Flynn (Chad DiMera) look great too.”
EJ’s Safe For Now
This event is set to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Days of Our Lives this November, indicating that EJ will likely continue to be a part of the show until then. Moreover, in the world of soap operas, characters often find ways to return, and EJ is no exception.
Fans may remember that he was once thought to be dead, having been killed by Clyde Weston (James Read), only to make a surprising comeback later. While EJ appears to be secure for the time being, viewers should anticipate at least one casting shift in the months ahead.
Upcoming Cast Changes
Emily O’Brien is preparing to transition between her roles on the soap opera, shifting from Theresa Donovan to Gwen Rizczech. She first joined the cast as Gwen in 2020, before taking on the character of Theresa in 2023.
Additionally, it has been reported that Billy Flynn, who portrayed Chad DiMera, is leaving Days of Our Lives to join The Young & the Restless.
In an interview with TV Insider, Flynn expressed his gratitude, stating, “I am thankful for my time at Days. It has positively transformed my life.”
He added, “I’ve always likened our storytelling to performing in a play, and over the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of embodying this incredible character.
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