Since it’s been a while since the character was on screen for a substantial amount of time, now is the perfect time to get to know the character better ahead of his surprise arrival. Read on to learn more about the hunky Kiriakis and get a clue as to who he’ll be interacting with.
Days of our Lives spoilers – Philip is a man of many faces
When Phillip was SORAS’d Jay Kenneth Johnson stepped into the role until his departure in 2002. The character returned in May 2003 played by Kyle Brandt. After Brandt left the show in 2006, Johnson returned to the role in 2007, staying until 2011. From 2015 to 2016 John-Paul Lavoisier appeared in the role.
Days of our Lives spoilers – Who is Philip Kiriakis?
Philip is the son of Victor Kiriakis (John Aniston) and Kate Roberts and the surrogate son of Vivian Alamain (Louise Sorel). After joining the military he lost part of his left leg and now wears a prosthetic. Philip married Belle Brady (Martha Madison) but they separated when he discovered he is not the father of Claire Brady (Olivia Rose Keegan).
Philip became involved in running Titan Industries with his father Victor, but Victor is disappointed in his ability, leading him to go to work for Tony DiMera (Thaao Penghlis). In a tragic accident, Tony dies and Philip is blamed. Nicole Walker (Arianne Zucker) saw what happened but is pressured to lie and Philip is cleared of any wrongdoing.
Victor looks out for Philip when Tony’s father threatens revenge against Phillip. When Philip is later shot and nearly dies, Stefano DiMera (the late Joseph Mascolo) is the main suspect.
Days of our Lives spoilers – Philip has a complicated personal life
Philip had a one-night stand with Chloe Lane (Nadia Bjorlin) and she eventually gave birth to Parker Jonas. Everyone thinks he is Daniel Jonas’ (Shawn Christian) son, but at one point it is assumed Philip is the father. Once the DNA tests are straightened out, Chloe reveals that Daniel is actually Parker’s biological father.
What will Philip get up to once he’s back in Salem? Be sure to tune in and find out!
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