Days of Our Lives: 3 major developments to expect this week

Days of Our Lives is ready to introduce some drama and major developments during the first month of the new year. These dynamics might add new twists to the storyline, laying the foundation for January 2025.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for Days of Our Lives and might have elements that are speculative in nature. Reader discretion is advised.

Chanel and Johnny seem done for good after a stunning reveal at the New Year's Eve party. This might be further cemented when Chanel confronts Joy about the affair later this week.

Javi and Leo will put aside all misunderstandings to reunite, while Alex and Joy will find a new spark. Stephanie will contemplate her relationship with Philip. On the other hand, Tate and Sophia will face the daunting prospect of raising a child together.

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3 developments to expect this week on Days of Our Lives

1) An affair unravelled

Chanel in a still from the soap (Image via @dayspeacock/Instagram)

At Johnny and Chanel's New Year's Eve Party last week, the secret of Johnny and Joy's affair was finally exposed, breaking Chanel's heart. She even decided to split up with Johnny, calling the affair the last straw for her marriage.

This week, Chanel will likely unleash her pent-up emotions on Joy. Though her betrayal might not be as grave as Johnny's, it might end the foundation for Chanel and Joy's friendship and perhaps their partnership in Body and Soul.

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2) Lovebirds

Joy Wesley in a still from the soap (Image via @dayspeacock / Instagram)

With the start of a new year, another season has dawned on relationships in Salem. After many struggles, fights, and miscommunication, Leo and Javi will likely clear the air and finally see a path to getting back together.

Meanwhile, a new romance might be on the horizon. Fresh from his heartbreak with Stephanie, Alex shall find himself turning to another Body and Soul co-star— Joy. Since Alex has also kept Joy's affair secret from Chanel for the past few weeks, she may likely reciprocate the attraction.

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3) The pregnancy

Sophia in a still from the soap (Image via @dayspeacock / Instagram)

After their brief one-night dalliance, Sophia and Tate find themselves in hot water because of Sophia's pregnancy. After Sophia's mother and her intervention, the two teens might have to keep and raise the baby.

In the upcoming week, Tate will likely try to tell his girlfriend, Holly, this news. Understandably upset, Holly might seek a new shoulder for comfort, and the new Doug will be ready to help.

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Audiences can watch Days of Our Lives streaming online via Peacock, as new episodes are released every weekday.