Newest Update!! Full Episode 04/15/25 Days of Our Lives:Kristen’s Revenge Plan Begins – Xander Won’t See This Coming

Salem has never been a town for the faint of heart, and this week’s Days of Our Lives episode proves that vengeance, betrayal, and secrets continue to fuel the fire.

The April 15, 2025 installment brought dramatic shifts, shocking confrontations, and the launch of a revenge plan that could change everything.

Kristen DiMera Walks Free… but Not Quietly

At the Salem PD, Kristen DiMera stood triumphant as forensics returned a shocking result — the bullet extracted from EJ DiMera’s body did not match the gun found in her possession. Ray Fernandez had no choice but to let her go. Kristen, with her trademark smirk, reclaimed her purse and her power — at least temporarily.

But Kristen isn’t one to let things lie. While she might be cleared of EJ’s shooting, she’s furious to learn she’s been ousted from DiMera Enterprises during her legal battles. The culprits? None other than Xander Kiriakis and Philip Kiriakis. With the help of Dr. Wei Shin, the two pulled off a hostile takeover, leaving Kristen livid and ready to strike.

Xander, smug in his newfound control, dismissed Kristen’s fury. But his arrogance may cost him. Kristen vowed revenge — and when Kristen makes a threat, Salem better watch out.

Roman and Kate Confront Painful Truths

Meanwhile, at the Brady Pub, Roman Brady’s hands trembled slightly as he examined a weapon Rex had found upstairs. The gun raised troubling questions about EJ’s shooting. Roman’s mind raced — was someone in his own family hiding something?

Kate Roberts-Brady walked in, only to be met by Roman’s penetrating stare. When he confronted her, Kate insisted she had nothing to do with the weapon — but there was a flicker of hesitation. Before the dust could settle, Sami Brady stormed in, locking eyes with Kate.

“You told Johnny everything,” Sami hissed.

Kate defended herself. Johnny had pushed for the truth, and she cracked. But the damage was done — the dark secret of Johnny’s conception, and EJ’s past assault on Sami, was now out. Roman admitted he’d tipped Johnny off, believing the young man had a right to the truth.

Despite the betrayal, Sami’s rage faded into weary resignation. “Maybe I am tired of hiding it,” she admitted. The tension between the women softened for a moment. Kate, for all her flaws, offered something rare — a genuine apology. It didn’t erase the pain, but it was a start.

Xander and Philip’s Power Play Backfires

While Kristen’s rage brewed, Xander and Philip were already facing fallout of their own. Philip’s alliance with Xander might have helped them seize control of DiMera Enterprises, but it was built on lies. Vivian Alamain, ever the wild card, was furious her demands were ignored — and decided to blow things wide open.

She confronted Xander with a game-changing revelation: Philip had forged a letter to claim half of Xander’s birthright. The betrayal sent shockwaves through Xander. Spoilers tease a fierce reckoning is coming, one that could shatter their uneasy partnership and spark a new feud.

At the same time, Sarah Kiriakis found herself wrestling with guilt. Confiding in Maggie, she admitted she was keeping a massive secret from Xander — one that might ruin their fragile happiness if it ever came to light. While she’s been protected from blame so far, the burden may be too heavy to bear for long.

Gabby and JJ’s Breakup Turns Explosive

Back at the center of the EJ shooting investigation, JJ Deveraux zeroed in on a surprising suspect — his own girlfriend, Gabi Hernandez. Their once-promising romance unraveled as JJ recalled seeing Gabi with a gun the night of EJ’s attack. With EJ in a medically-induced coma, unable to provide any clarity, JJ’s doubts only grew.

He confronted Gabi, pressing her for answers she couldn’t provide. Gabi, furious and hurt, denied any involvement and warned JJ to stay away. The emotional fallout was immediate. Accusations flew. Tears followed. And just like that, their relationship imploded.

JJ’s gut told him something was off, but his heart wasn’t so sure. Soon, regret began to set in. Was he wrong? Did he just destroy the one connection that brought him peace? As new evidence begins to emerge, JJ may find himself racing to win Gabi back before it’s too late.

Steve and Marina Clash Over John’s Fate

In Estonia, Steve Johnson and Marina were on the hunt for John Black, chasing a trail that had grown cold. After a series of dead ends, Steve finally admitted the painful truth — there were no more leads here. Marina, devastated, accused Steve of giving up.

But Steve stood firm. He wasn’t abandoning John. He simply believed their efforts would be better served from another angle. Marina’s horror was understandable, but Steve’s resolve could be what ultimately leads them to John. This is far from over — and the next chapter of this mission might be the most dangerous yet.

Passion Ignites: Sami and Rafe Cross a Line

Back in Salem, emotions spilled over between Sami and Rafe. Old feelings flared. A heated kiss turned into a full-blown hookup — one that was soon discovered by none other than Javi Hernandez. The moment may have felt right in the heat of passion, but its aftermath could be brutal.

Javi, no fool, predicted that Rafe would regret this. Deep down, he suspected Rafe’s heart still belonged to Jada Hunter. With Sami’s own past haunting her, this impulsive tryst might do more harm than good. But in Salem, love and disaster often go hand-in-hand.

Kristen Plots Her Revenge

As the episode wrapped, Kristen stood alone outside the DiMera mansion, her eyes fixed on the glowing sign bearing her family name. The wheels were already turning. Salem may think it’s seen Kristen at her worst — but she’s just getting started.

With her enemies lined up — Xander, Philip, even Vivian — she’s ready to burn bridges, play dirty, and reclaim what she believes is hers. “He won’t see it coming,” she whispered to herself. And neither will we.