‘Days Of Our Lives’ Spoilers Friday, July 17: EJ’s Bad News, Tate’s Shocking Discovery & Holly’s Breaking Point

EJ faces another devastating setback, Tate uncovers a troubling clue, Holly reaches her limit, and Alex's decision threatens his relationship with Stephanie.

By Amandah Hancen

Days Of Our Lives' Spoilers Friday, July 17: EJ's Bad News, Tate's Shocking Discovery & Holly's Breaking Point Days of Our Lives spoilers are in for Friday, July 17, 2026. In tomorrow’s episode, we will see EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) receive bad news.

Meanwhile, Tate Black (Leo Howard) makes a shocking discovery. Keep reading to find out what is coming up in the Peacock soap opera.

Key Takeaways

  • EJ is blindsided by more bad news.
  • Tate makes a shocking discovery.
  • Holly bonds with Ari amid growing pressure.
  • Alex’s decision sparks new relationship drama.
  • Abe apologizes to Theo and seeks forgiveness.

Stephanie Johnson’s Rage

Let’s start off with Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein), who is allowing Theo Carver (Tyler Joseph Andrews) to crash on her couch.

While Theo was drunk and didn’t want to go home, Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson) might wonder if something else was happening.

Meanwhile, Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) has a brace on her neck and was having trouble getting the baby up the stairs. Alex decided to get a hotel room so he could stay with Joy and the baby.

While that was very noble, I could see how this might start a huge fight between Alex and Stephanie.

Holly Jonas’ Common Ground

Over at the hospital, Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) is furious with Sarah Horton (Linsey Godfrey). Holly keeps being accused of doing drugs even though she hasn’t.

The more time she spends in the hospital, the more fed up Sarah gets with secrets. 

Fans know that Holly is telling the truth. However, could the drugs be from the antidepressant? Maybe that antidepressant got tainted, or perhaps the doctor has something against Holly. In soaps, anything is possible!

In any case, Holly gets a visit from Ari Horton (Vico Escorcia). The two will find common ground.

Tate Black’s Shocking Discovery

Days of Our Lives spoilers for Friday, July 17 reveal that Tate will make a shocking discovery. Does this have something to do with Holly, EJ, or perhaps this is about Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien)?

 

Abe Carver Apologizes

As for Abe Carver (James Reynolds), he will apologize to Theo. Now that Theo has gotten some sleep, he might know his father never meant any harm. At the same time, Abe should have confessed to Theo way earlier. 

EJ DiMera’s Bad News

As for EJ, he will get more bad news. This might be that Lexie Carver (Nikki Crawford) blasted EJ’s plan to Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk).

If Kristen were smart, she’d keep the intel to herself and plan a defensive strategy. However, Kristen can sometimes run her mouth too quickly.

On the other hand, Sarah might just intercept Holly and EJ’s legal plan, so stay tuned!

Which storyline are you looking forward to seeing the most on Friday, July 17, 2026?

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Amandah Hancen

    Amandah, a freelance writer and SEO content strategist since 2009, specializes in TV and soap spoilers. Taylor is also a mental health and addiction recovery writer. Taylor’s creativity and imagination have been published on 20+ blogs and websites, in a few print magazines, and in two poetry books. A big personality with a big voice and big ideas, Taylor loves this adventure called Life. When not writing, Taylor explores the great outdoors, handmakes glitter hair bows, works on self-improvement projects, and gets busted daydreaming.