Days of our Lives spoilers for Monday, December 1 tease a tense, emotional start to the week in Salem as secrets spill, alliances shift, and Thanksgiving takes an unexpected turn. Maggie faces a revelation she never anticipated from Sarah. Gwen steps into a moment of compassion that surprises even her. EJ joins forces with Theo in a way that could reshape family dynamics. And while the holiday should be bringing people together, the Carver-Price family finds their Thanksgiving meal pushed off by circumstances they didn’t see coming.
Key Takeaways
- Sarah’s admission leaves Maggie stunned and uncertain about what comes next.
- Gwen shows unexpected sympathy for Xander.
- EJ and Theo form a strategic partnership.
- Abe, Paulina, Johnny, and Chanel experience a Thanksgiving delay.
Sarah Leaves Maggie Reeling
Things at the Kiriakis mansion take a sharp emotional turn when Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) opens up to Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) about something she’s been holding close. Their relationship has weathered plenty of storms. Maggie has been a steady anchor for her daughter through crisis after crisis, but Sarah’s confession pushes her into new emotional territory. Does it have to do with Xander (Paul Telfer), Brady (Eric Martsolf), or something else entirely?
The moment sets off a quiet but powerful mother-daughter moment—one that could influence how they move forward through the holiday season.
Gwen Extends Compassion to Xander
Gwen (Emily O’Brien) finds herself softening toward Xander. Their history is jagged, messy, and full of choices neither one of them is proud of, but Gwen recognizes something familiar in his struggle. Instead of turning away, she offers a few words and a moment of understanding that surprises him—and maybe even herself.
The interaction is small on the surface but hints at a lingering connection. Gwen’s compassion isn’t weakness; it’s a reminder of the complicated loyalty and history between them.
EJ and Theo Form an Alliance
Meanwhile, EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) and Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) find themselves aligned for reasons that aren’t purely personal. EJ’s motivations are always layered—with family, power, and strategy overlapping—but in Theo, he sees an opportunity that could benefit both of them. Their partnership hints at new moves within the DiMera sphere and may set off ripples across Salem’s landscapes.
Thanksgiving Takes an Unexpected Turn
Abe (James Reynolds), Paulina (Jackée Harry), Chanel (Raven Bowens), and Johnny (Carson Boatman) gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, but the meal they’d looked forward to doesn’t happen on schedule. A delay—whether caused by family tension, unexpected news, or simple bad luck—forces the group to recalibrate.
Still, this family has weathered far worse together. Like Salem itself, they find ways to hold onto warmth even when the day doesn’t go as planned.
