‘DOOL’ Early Week Spoilers July 20-24: Kristen’s Escape, Holly’s Temptation, Chess Mystery Deepens & Alex’s Dilemma

Days of Our Lives spoilers for the week of July 20 suggest some twists! For one thing, we can expect Kristen DiMera (Stacy Hiaduk) to go to desperate measures.

Meanwhile, Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) could face temptation. Keep reading to find out what is coming up in the Peacock soap opera.

Key Takeaways

• Kristen may flee with Rachel after learning EJ’s dangerous plan.
• Lexie shocks Kristen with explosive information she overheard from EJ and Rita.
• Holly struggles against mounting pressure that could push her toward a heartbreaking relapse.
• Chad and Belle uncover major clues as the chessboard mystery takes an unexpected twist.
• Alex’s growing bond with Joy and the fallout from Theo’s apartment visit threaten multiple relationships.

Lexie Carver’s Intel

Let’s start off with Lexie Carver (Nikki Crawford). The woman overheard EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) talking to Rita Lesley (Maggie Carney).

Lexie was supposed to be passed out on the couch, but woke up in time to hear the plan.

So far, EJ and Rita don’t seem to suspect anything. However, the next thing Lexie does is go to Kristen! So, that indicates Lexie might warn Kristen about EJ’s plan.

Kristen DiMera’s Escape Plan

Kristen is worried about Rachel Black (Lorelei Olivia Mote). The lady has already asked Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) to look after Rachel if something happens to her.

However, we all know how fixated and obsessed Kristen can be with her own family. 

I could see Kristen taking Rachel away in order to avoid EJ. However, that will also make Kristen a fugitive. 

Holly Jonas’ Dangerous Temptation

Days of Our Lives spoilers for the week of July 20 suggest that people will keep accusing Holly of doing drugs. Fans know that’s not the case.

They can’t even get an accurate toxicology report because EJ keeps intercepting. While he thinks he saved Holly’s life, he really ruined it. Chances are that the constant accusations could send Holly to relapse for real.

Chess Set Mystery

As for Chad DiMera (Connor Floyd) and Belle Black (Martha Madison), they are finally getting some leads in the chess mystery.

However, they also realize that this isn’t a post-death game, but a live one. So, who is pulling the strings, and why?

Joy Wesley’s Injury

Finally, Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) will continue to get closer to Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson). Honestly, I don’t think Joy is intentionally causing problems, but I also don’t think she’s totally innocent either.

In either case, Alex is going to have to make some big decisions in his future, especially after finding Theo Carver (Tyler Joseph Andrews) in his apartment!

While nothing happened between Theo and Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein), Alex might not find out until it’s too late. Will Joy and Alex end up making another baby!?

Which storyline are you looking forward to seeing the most during the week of July 20, 2026?

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