Days of Our Lives weekly preview sees Marlena receiving shocking news, Sophia scheming with Kristen, and Stephanie walking out on Alex
The preview for the week of April 13–17, 2026, on Days of Our Lives shows dramatic events and devastating secrets. Salem is going through big changes as long-term couples reach their breaking points and long-lost residents come back to life after hearing shocking news.
The story of the day is about a few big fights and some surprising alliances. The news comes to Marlena Evans that Lexie Carver is still alive. Theo Carver has this realisation while he is in therapy. Stephanie Kiriakis, on the other hand, can’t handle the tension with Alex Kiriakis. Following a heated argument, she makes the choice to end their marriage. To get back at Kristen DiMera, Sophia Choi is busy making a dark alliance with her.
Stephanie finds it hard to get over the bad thing that happened to her recently, which causes problems in her new marriage. Xander sees Sarah get close to Brady, which makes him feel worse inside. Simultaneously, Leo tries to get Javi back, but it might be too late.
Days of Our Lives weekly preview from April 13 to 17, 2026
When she meets Theo Carver next week, Marlena Evans will be shocked. Theo confides in a trusted psychiatrist because his secrets weigh him down. He claims his mother, Lexie Carver, is alive. Marlena is shocked because she thought Lexie died long ago.
Theo informs that EJ DiMera is taking part in an experiment that has changed everything about Lexie’s situation. Now Marlena has to figure out what to do with this information while still keeping her professional boundaries. Once everyone in Salem knows about this secret, it could change the lives of many people. When Lexie comes back, it’s likely that the Carver and DiMera families will have different levels of power.
Stephanie walks out on Alex
Stephanie and Alex’s marriage is already in a lot of trouble. Stephanie hasn’t felt close to her husband since she was taken. Alex does something that pushes her to the edge during a fight at their apartment. Stephanie decides she can’t stay with him any longer and gets ready to leave.
Alex tries to stop her and begs her to stay at their house. As Stephanie slams the door and walks away, she doesn’t hear him cry. Later, she finds comfort with Jeremy, the guy she used to date. They share a warm hug as they talk about being kidnapped together.
Sophia and Kristen plot revenge
Sophia Choi wants her enemies to pay for what they’ve done. Kristen DiMera helps her come up with a sneaky new plan. Kristen hears Sophia say that she will need more help to carry out her plan. Kristen is happy to help the teenager who needs it.
They are working together to get EJ DiMera and his son, Johnny. Kristen doesn’t care who gets hurt because she wants to get back at EJ. The Jonas Brothers are in a lot of danger because they are working together. Sophia is all set to use Kristen’s power to get what she wants.
Xander watches Sarah and Brady
Xander is still having a hard time deciding how he feels about Sarah. In the town square, he sees her eating with Brady Black. Sarah looks truly joyful as she laughs with Brady. He still loves her very much, but this hurts him. He stands back and watches as they get closer.
Leo tries to reconcile with his lover
Leo Stark decides to tell Javi the truth about how he feels about her. He tells Javi that he has always wanted to be with her. In the hopes of making things right, Leo pours out his heart. Javi, on the other hand, has a new boyfriend and may turn him down.
Ariana is warned by Liam
Liam Selejko doesn’t think he’s a good match for Arianna. For her own safety, he tells her to stay away from him. Liam doesn’t want a rough life for her to hurt her. She has to choose whether to listen to him or follow her heart.
EJ DiMera’s family priorities
EJ meets with an unknown woman to talk about his plans for the future. He says that his family will always be his first priority. His actions with Lexie’s secret point to a more complicated plan, despite what he stated. He and Kristen are still fighting over different family issues.