Just like many popular soap operas, Days of Our Lives will see a few big changes in the week from July 7 to July 11, 2025. So, who is leaving Days of Our Lives and who is joining in this week? Here is a complete breakdown of all arrivals and departures on Days of Our Lives.

List of everyone who is joining and leaving Days of Our Lives’ cast from July 7-11

Here is a list of all the actors who are joining Days of Our Lives this week:

Judi Evans (Bonnie Kiriakis)

Judi Evans will return to Days of Our Lives this week as Bonnie Kiriakis. She has not been around since February, but she will be back this week and will share scenes with Sarah (Linsey Godfrey).

Thaao Penghlis (Tony DiMera)

Tony will have a key part to play in this week of the show. He will continue his plans with his brother EJ (Dan Feuerriegel).

Michael Masini (Richie Dominick)

After appearing in a few episodes in 2020, Michael Masini will return to Days of Our Lives this week as the thug following Ari (Marissa Reyes).

Emily O’Brien (Gwen Rizczech)

After a long gap, Jack’s other daughter will make her way back to Salem. O’Brien previously appeared as Gwen from June 2020 to October 2023, becoming a fan favorite character. Following this role, O’Brien played Theresa Donovan, taking over from Jen Lilley, and played it until recently.

Apart from the arrivals, there are also a few actors who are leaving Days of Our Lives this week, too. Here is a complete list of the departures from the popular show:

Colton Little (Andrew Donovan)

Colton Little is departing the show permanently after making a return in John Black’s funeral.

Christopher Sean (Paul Narita)

Alongside Andrew, Paul will also depart Salem this week. The characters got their happy ending in Days of Our Lives and will now move on from the show.

Charles Shaughnessy (Shane Donovan)

Another character who came after John Black’s death, Shane Donovan, will also say goodbye to Salem this week. Donovan was Marlena’s friend, who came to support her during this time of grief.