Days of our lives spoilers: RUMOR! James Scott comeback to DOOL and takes on a very interesting role
🔥 James Scott to Return as Stefano DiMera?
The Phoenix May Rise Again on Days of Our Lives
Hello, soap fans! Welcome back to TV Days Drama Digest — your number one source for sizzling updates, juicy rumors, and plot twists that could shake daytime TV to its core.
Today’s topic is nothing short of explosive:
Is James Scott — the fan-favorite actor who defined EJ DiMera — returning to Salem… as Stefano DiMera himself?
Let’s break down the speculation, dissect the clues, and explore what this twist could mean for the world of Days of Our Lives.
🧬 A Star’s Legacy: James Scott as EJ DiMera
From 2006 to 2014, James Scott owned the role of EJ DiMera — suave, dangerous, seductive.
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Son of Stefano DiMera and Susan Banks
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Torn between power and love, especially with Sami Brady (Alison Sweeney)
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Earned two Daytime Emmy nominations
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His death in 2014 left viewers shattered
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But… we later learned he was not dead, just spirited away to Italy — classic DiMera misdirection
While the role was recast in 2021 with Dan Feuerriegel, many fans still associate EJ only with Scott’s unforgettable performance.
🧟 The Phoenix Rises: Stefano’s Resurrection?
Joseph Mascolo, the original Stefano, passed away in 2016. His portrayal of the “Phoenix” remains iconic.
But in Salem… nobody stays dead for long.
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Recent Summer 2025 previews hint at Stefano’s return
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A line from Rafe about “the Phoenix rising” reignited fan speculation
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Could Stefano’s essence come back — not physically, but spiritually — in someone else?
Enter: James Scott.
🔄 A Shocking Twist: Scott as Stefano?
The bold rumor?
James Scott returns — not as EJ, but as STEFANO… inhabiting EJ’s body.
Sound wild? Not for Days.
Remember:
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Stefano once had his essence implanted into Steve “Patch” Johnson (a.k.a. “Stevano”)
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The show has tackled devil possession, cloning, brainwashing, and more
The precedent is there. And Scott? He’s more than capable.
💎 Why James Scott Fits the Role
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Scott already embodied DiMera charisma, ruthlessness, and charm
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He could channel Stefano’s voice and menace like no other
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Imagine: a younger, more dangerous version of the Phoenix, manipulating Salem with fresh energy
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EJ’s relationships — especially with Sami — would become even more twisted
“Picture Sami realizing her EJ is… no longer fully EJ.”
“Imagine Chad or Kristen realizing Dad is back… inside his own son.”
The potential drama is off the charts.
🚧 The Roadblock: Scott’s Past Comments
In 2020, James Scott told fans:
“I will never, never, never return to Days or Hollywood.”
Since his 2014 exit:
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Scott has retired from acting
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Runs a business called The Whisper Within, focused on mindfulness and personal growth
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Has stayed out of the spotlight and seems content away from Hollywood
Could he be tempted back?
Soap fans know: “Never” doesn’t always mean never.
💬 The Fan Frenzy
Across Reddit, X, and fan forums, the excitement is palpable.
“Scott IS EJ. Nobody else brings that fire.”
“If he returned as Stefano, it would be the greatest twist in DOOL history.”
Whether to heal the ratings or honor Mascolo’s legacy, Scott’s return would be seismic.
It could:
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Pull Sami Brady back into a central arc
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Shake up the DiMera family dynamics
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Launch EJ vs. Stefano… in one body
🧠 Other Theories: If Not Scott, Then Who?
Soap insiders suggest alternatives:
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Vincent Irizarry (ex-Deimos, ex-David Chow)
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Anders Hove (ex-Faison, GH)
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Robert Kelker-Kelly (ex-Bo, DOOL)
Even the idea of a younger Stefano, via soap opera aging magic (SORAS), has been floated.
But none of them carry Scott’s deep DiMera roots and fan loyalty.
🧭 Why This Storyline Matters
Stefano isn’t just a villain.
He’s a symbol of everything Days has always been — legacy, power, obsession, betrayal.
With Days turning 60 in 2025, what better way to honor its past and invigorate its future than to bring back its most iconic antagonist… through his own son’s face?
🎭 Final Thoughts: Will It Happen?
So, is James Scott coming back? Here’s what we know:
| ✅ PROS | ❌ CONS |
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| Fan love for Scott is massive | Scott has sworn off acting |
| DOOL has done body/essence swaps before | No official confirmation from the show |
| Rumors suggest big 60th anniversary twists | Scott’s personal priorities seem elsewhere |
Conclusion?
It’s a long shot. But in Salem… that just means possible.
🗣️ Sound Off, DOOL Fans!
What do YOU think?
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Should James Scott return as Stefano DiMera?
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Would you prefer a new actor?
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Or do you think Stefano should stay gone for good?
👇 Drop your theories in the comments!
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