Christmas traditions abound in Salem, but just who ends up under the mistletoe is rather stunning...
After learning of Kate's collapse, a happy holiday moment between Kayla and Tripp brightens Steve's season
Hoping to brighten Marlena's holiday now that Sami has gone, John stuns his beloved with a special token of his affection
Things are merry and bright for Chad and Abigail as they celebrate with yuletide cheer while hanging their ornaments
The usually peaceful Horton tree-trimming party plays out a little differently this year when Ciara and Claire cause chaos
Things become chaotic for Kate when Chad comes at her with both barrels blazing for her part in Theo's activities before the shooting (and the cover-up)
Though she attempts to plead her case, Kate can't catch a break with Chad and ends up without a job or a place to live
Already sour from her ouster at DiMera Enterprises and the mansion, Kate gets catty with Eve over the acquisition of Gabi Chic
Kate might find her luck changing when Gabi chooses which company she'd like to merge with
Eve finds her luck ebbing and flowing as she swims with the sharks in the Kiriakis mansion who hope to devour her
In an attempt to do damage control, Eve reaches out to old ally (and almost-fling) Justin to broker peace
Still, Brady is all about destroying Eve, but she has a few tricks up her sleeve to ensure his downfall, as well
Eve might just gain a piece of juicy information she can use against Victor and Brady while eavesdropping on them bickering
The holiday becomes heated when Eve and Brady begin to argue, but their rage turns into passion, which starts with a kiss
Hoping to put their recent kiss (and sordid past) behind them, Will wonders if he and Paul can be pals and asks his former lover just that
While Sonny hopes for a holiday full of kisses and love, Will wants to know more about their time together as husbands
Looking forward to a bright future with her husband-to-be, Hope doesn't know (yet) Ciara's in the know about Rafe and Sami's scandalous secret
As Ciara shares with an emotional Hope, Valerie assures Lani that emotions are running high now, but she should fight for her relationship with J.J.
Missing J.J. and concerned for Theo, Lani is lent a shoulder to cry on by a supportive Eli, whose connection seems to be growing
Though things have grown cold between them, Jennifer once again reaches out to Abe, as do Doug and Julie
Concern for Theo grows to a new high when Abe is delivered a disheartening diagnosis on his son's fragile condition
Even though the Salem's Police Department's Internal Affairs report delivers some much-needed good news for J.J., he's still reeling inside
In fact, J.J. finds himself in his lowest headspace yet and begins to look back at his life -- his family, friends, lovers, and failures -- while preparing for his death
With letters written to his nearest and dearest and his belongings given away, J.J. says goodbye to Jennifer and prepares to take the next step
Matthew Ashford returns to DAYS for storyline about suicide
Tyler Christopher reveals his first DAYS airdate and gives funny sneak preview of his new character
Jamie Lyn Bauer returns to DAYS, says new material is juicy
The Young and the Restless' Greg Rikaart joins Days of our Lives
Lisa Rinna returning to Days of our Lives
She's baaaaack: Louise Sorel returns to DAYS as iconic character Vivian Alamain
When Christmas comes to Salem, Abe might be getting everything he's wished for, but the same can't be said for Hope's holiday season
While a moment between Eric and Jennifer sizzles, things begin to fizzle for Eli and Gabi
With emotions still running high in Salem, Kate needs some backup, and Andre steps up to help
A mystery man comes to town, and while he's seemingly a stranger, he has strong ties to Salem
Someone sinister slithers into Salem with unfinished business for their foes and family alike
There's no place like home for two wayward Salemites who return to town, perhaps with another former resident in tow
The new year brings new problems for a Salem couple who seemingly has it all, but some "happily ever afters" aren't meant to last
A few new (and a very familiar) faces pop up in Salem as the new year rings in, which will change the dynamics of many relationships
The return of a Salem troublemaker may make one man's life a living hell all over again
