The Queen Is Back! Martha Madison’s Heartwarming Return to DAYS Brings Belle Black to Life Again!
It seems like the stars have aligned for “Days of Our Lives” fans, as beloved character Belle Black is back in Salem for good! Actress Martha Madison, who has portrayed Belle on and off for almost two decades, has revealed that she is returning to the soap opera full-time.
A Long-Awaited Reunion
Fans have been eagerly awaiting Belle’s return since her last appearance in November 2023. Now, their wish has come true, just in time for the drama-filled Season 60.
Madison announced her full-time return on Instagram, expressing her excitement to be back in Salem and promising fans an abundance of drama.
“I’m thrilled to finally be able to share that I am back in Salem full-time and am loving every second of the drama,” she shared. “Trust me when I say you will, too! Stay tuned for Belle’s return this Friday, Nov.8!”
A History of Belle Black
Belle Black, the daughter of John Black and Marlena Evans, has been a fan favorite since her introduction in 1999. Played by a series of child actresses initially, Belle was aged into a teenager and recast with Kirsten Storms, who later went on to become known for her portrayal of Maxie Jones on “General Hospital.
After Storms’ departure in 2004, Charity Rahmer briefly took over the role before Madison stepped into Belle’s shoes that same year. Madison’s initial run lasted until 2008, but she made several returns to the show, including for the 50th-anniversary celebration in 2015 and the digital series “Last Blast Reunion” in 2019.
Her most recent stint on the soap began in June 2020 and ended in November 2023.
A New Chapter for Belle and EJ
The upcoming season promises to be filled with exciting storylines for Belle. The trailer released for Season 60 hints at a rekindled romance between Belle and
EJ DiMera, a relationship that was explored back in 2023 before Madison’s departure. The trailer shows Belle telling her mother, Marlena, that she is ready to discover who she is outside of her relationship with Shawn Brady.
Adding to the intrigue, the trailer also features a scene where EJ is shot, leaving fans wondering if he’ll survive the attack and how it will impact his relationship with Belle.
This return of Martha Madison as Belle Black is a much-needed injection of excitement for “Days of Our Lives.” With the promise of a rekindled romance, an unexpected shooting, and the anticipation of Belle’s journey of self-discovery, viewers are eagerly awaiting her full-time return this Friday, Nov.
8.
