The Cordays and Bell made the show about a family of doctors, including one who worked in a mental hospital, combining the “hospital soap” concept with the custom of basing a series around a family.
The show’s plots revolve around the lives of middle-class and upper-class professionals in Salem, a town in middle America. They include the typical themes of love, marriage, divorce, and family life, as well as character studies of people with psychological issues and medical storylines.
Al Rabin, a former executive producer, praised the characters’ fervor and said they weren’t afraid to “share what’s in their gut.” Days of Our Lives was centered around the tragedies and victories of the suburban Horton family when it first aired in 1965.
More families were added to the show over time in order to interact with the Hortons and provide a basis for more dramatic plots. The Horton family, which was initially headed by patriarch Dr. Tom Horton and his homemaker wife Alice, is still a significant character in the current continuity.
When Laura confides in Dr. Tom, her father-in-law, they both decide that Laura’s husband Mickey shouldn’t be made aware of it. Days of Our Lives was centered around the tragedies and victories of the suburban Horton family when it first aired in 1965. More families were added to the show over time in order to interact with the Hortons and provide a basis for more dramatic plots.
Recap
In the most recent Days of Our Lives episode, Alex and Kristen, who are struggling romantically and feel alone, find comfort in each other’s company. They talk about their complex relationships with Brady and Theresa.
Kristen wants to know why Brady doesn’t reciprocate her feelings, while Alex is envious of Theresa’s possible feelings for him. Will they come up with ways to keep Brady and Theresa apart?
Commissioner Rafe Hernandez and the Salem Police Department are working nonstop to stop the spread of tainted drugs in the town. They have been conducting raids and are pursuing Clyde, the drug ringleader.
When Chad and Everett visit Clyde in prison, Chad is faced with a challenge as he goes up against his sister’s murderer. Is Chad able to keep his emotions in check during the questioning?
In lighter news, despite Paulina’s health concerns and Abe’s memory loss, the couple is enjoying a calm period in their marriage. Following a memorable evening spent together, they enjoy a drama-free morning spent cherishing their love and optimism.
In the mansion, Johnny and Chanel are cuddled up on the couch by the fire. Chanel makes a joke about the DiMera curse, but Johnny tells her about the difficulties married women had when they joined his family. Instead, he advises them to concentrate on their happiness as a couple.
After spending time together, Ava and Stefan recuperate in bed. Stefan feels bad about what they did and accuses himself of betraying Gabi. Ava feels guilty too, but she agrees. Keeping their affair a secret is agreed upon, especially since Stefan stands to lose more.
Unaware of Stefano’s involvement, John presses Konstantin for details regarding The Pawn. At the mansion, Johnny informs Chanel of his previous ownership and cautions her about the DiMeras’ sway. Chanel wonders if Chad’s remarks upset Johnny, but she doesn’t think anything will keep them apart.
Ignoring his memory loss, Abe and Paulina have a special night together. Paulina comforts him, recalling their previous closeness. Wendy suspects Stefan of being involved in a mystery, so she talks to Tripp about Ava and Stefan in the Square.
