‘DOOL’ Early Week Spoilers Dec 29-Jan 2: Vivian’s Proof, Rafe’s Lab Report, Javi’s Wedding

Days of Our Lives spoilers for the week of December 29 suggest some major twists! For one thing, expect there to be “proof” of Stefan DiMera’s (Brandon Barash) death.

Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering) gets a shocking lab report. Plus, Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) and Javi Hernandez (Al Calderon) are going to plan their wedding. Keep reading, and let’s talk about what is coming up in the Peacock soap opera.

Rafe Hernandez’s Lab Report

Let’s start off with Rafe, who will be waiting on a lab report, most likely about the bones found in the crypt. Rafe and Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu) need to find out who they belong to as that will likely be another secret murder. While Rafe waits for the lab report, EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) might panic. 

Stefan DiMera’s Death Proof

Fans might recall that Peter Blake (Dan Gauthier) claimed that Stefan DiMera (Brandon Barash) was dead. Rafe made a phone call to Vivian Alamain (Louise Sorel) to confirm it.

Then, Rafe told Jada that Vivan was sending proof of Stefan’s death. However, we know that Vivian kidnapped Stefan a long time ago, so he is likely still alive somewhere.

With Gabi Hernandez (Cherie Jimenez) wondering about Stefan lately, it seems like he could make a surprise return! In the meantime, Gabi will reel over Stefan’s death.

Gabi still loves him and likely always will, so that might bring up complicated feelings. Especially since Gabi isis now dating Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier). 

Gwen Rizczech von Leuschner’s Dress

Days of Our Lives spoilers for next week reveal that we could see why Gwen Rizczech von Leuschner (Emily O’Brien) wanted a fancy dress for New Year’s Eve.

It seems that she is planning something huge.  This could have something to do with Leo’s upcoming wedding to Javi. 

Javi Hernandez’s Wedding

Since Leo and Javi plan on tying the knot on New Year’s Eve, could Gwen bring back Dimitri von Leuschner (Peter Porte)? If so, the wedding will definitely have some curveballs!

What Else to Expect

As for what else is coming up, Theo Carver (Tyler Joseph Andrews) will wake up in the hospital. That will lead to a heartwarming reunion between Theo and Abe Carver (James Reynolds). Since Eli Grant (Lamon Archey) and Lani Price Grant (Sal Stowers), they will be relieved that Theo is okay.

Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk) will be on her way back to prison. However, it will be important to her to talk to Rachel Black (Alice Halsey). However, I wonder if Rachel will somehow hear that Kristen has been found. Will Rachel decide to escape?

Which storyline are you looking forward to seeing the most during the week of December 29, 2025? Share your thoughts in the comment section below. Remember to keep watching the soap on Peacock to find out what happens next.