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Nicole Walker exited Days of Our Lives with her longtime beau, Eric Brady, to a happily-ever-after life in Paris. However, with Eric back in Salem City to support his brother Brady Black through his legal issue, there are speculations about whether Nicole may also return to the soap. The story arc of the character seemed to have had a closure.
However, Holly's arc on Days of Our Lives about the secret behind her father's death has the teenager doubting her mother. This lead will likely bring Nicole back into the soap's plot. While there is no word from the production team about Nicole's definite return to the show, the actor playing Nicole, Arianne Zucker, is not likely to be back anytime soon, since she has an ongoing lawsuit with the soap. As such, the production team may consider a recast.
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What clues point to Nicole's return to Days of Our Lives?
Nicole's story arc concluded with her relocation to Paris in August 2024 with Eric Brady and their newborn, Jude. She wanted a safe environment to raise her family. However, Holly refused to leave Salem and moved in with her grandmother.
Days of Our Lives episodes from September 2024 saw Eric back in the city giving emotional support to Brady. However, with one-half of the exiting pair back in the soap, the other half is likely to be back sometime in the future. As such, Eric's return, albeit for a different reason, has raised hopes for Nicole's fans.
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Another very significant clue was Holly learning the truth about her father, Daniel's death and Eric's role in it. While the teenager confronted a repentant Eric about it, she also wondered why her mother kept this a secret. With the teenager questioning her mother's intent and feeling rebellious against the two people she loves, the plot may lead Nicole back into the town to handle her daughter's anger.
Another small hint in the episode dated September 3, 2024, was EJ's confession of hurting after Nicole left. While EJ's current arc revolves around being used by Gabi to take revenge on Stefan, he finally reacted to his divorce coming through. In the episode, he also expressed his desire to get Nicole back leaving an open lead to speculations about her return.
Why did Nicole actor Arianne Zucker return to Days of Our Lives?
Nicole Walker's character was axed from the show after actor Arianne's contract was not renewed. The actor had filed a harassment and abuse complaint against Corday Productions and accused the production house of not taking her charges seriously.
The production house has denied Arianne's claims and stated having a specific code of conduct in place for all cast and crew members. However, Arianne claimed that her complaint led to the production house not renewing her contract. While Arianne's exit was given a good story arc for the beloved character's future life, her lawsuit is still ongoing. As such, Arianne's return to the role in the near future seems unlikely.
If Nicole returns to Days of Our Lives, the character will be recast and an appropriate arc given to justify a changed look. Stay tuned to Peacock to know more about Nicole's return to the soap.
