Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Johnny and Chanel Name Their Baby as Grief and Joy Collide
Salem is bracing for a day filled with contrasting emotions as devastating heartbreak and pure happiness unfold under the same roof. Spoilers for the Monday, August 24 episode of Days of Our Lives reveal that while the Carver family is consumed by grief, Johnny DiMera and Chanel Dupree DiMera are celebrating a momentous milestone as they choose a name for their newborn daughter. Meanwhile, hypnotism unlocks a startling truth from Italy, and EJ DiMera unleashes his furious grief on the man responsible for a botched resurrection.
Cat Unlocks a Shocking Memory Under Hypnosis
Over in Dr. Marlena Evans’ office, Cat Greene prepares to dive back into her subconscious mind. Marlena helps Cat relax and guides her memory back to her time at the medical facility in Italy.
That clinic is where Cat used to read aloud to EJ DiMera and where their unique, intrigue-filled connection first took root. Because neither EJ nor Cat can stop wondering about the nature of their past relationship, Cat turns to Marlena once again to uncover the truth.
Under hypnosis, a startling memory surfaces that leaves Cat completely reeling. This breakthrough promises to bring long-awaited answers regarding what truly happened between her and EJ during their time together in Italy.
EJ Attacks Dr. Rolf while Abe and Theo Read Lexie’s Final Letters
Grief takes a violent turn for EJ as he processes the tragic loss of his sister, Lexie Carver. Unable to handle the crushing pain, EJ tracks down Dr. Wilhelm Rolf and completely rips into him. Overwhelmed by anger, EJ blames Rolf entirely for the botched resurrection attempt that ultimately failed to save Lexie’s life.
Across town, Theo Carver and Abe Carver struggle to cope with Lexie’s grim fate. Leaning on each other for strength, father and son navigate their immense grief together.
During the episode, Theo reads a personal letter left behind by Lexie, containing the final piece of motherly advice she wanted him to hold onto. Abe may also receive a letter of his own from Lexie, complete with a gentle nudge pushing him back in the direction of Paulina Price.
Johnny and Chanel Choose a Meaningful Name
In stark contrast to the mourning occurring elsewhere, joy fills Chanel’s hospital room as she gushes over her precious newborn daughter. Johnny is equally enchanted with their new addition, and the proud parents put their heads together to settle on the perfect name for their baby girl.
Given the heartbreaking timing of Lexie’s passing, fans are wondering if Johnny and Chanel might choose a name that honors her memory. It seems possible that they could choose Alexandra for a middle name, or perhaps another tribute along those lines.
Regardless of the final decision, Johnny and Chanel will choose a moniker of deep personal significance and prepare to spread the happy news to their loved ones very soon.
Will Cat’s shocking hypnotic memory draw her even closer to a grieving EJ, or will Lexie’s final letters help guide Abe and Theo toward healing?
