Days of Our Lives Bombshell: “He’s Aliiiive!” — A Shocking Return Rocks Salem!
In true Days of Our Lives fashion, just when fans thought the twists couldn’t get any wilder, the show delivered an electrifying shock that had viewers gasping: He’s alive. HE’S ALIIIIVE!

The long-speculated resurrection storyline — teased for weeks — finally exploded onto screens this week in a jaw-dropping moment involving two familiar faces: Robert Scott Wilson and Freddie Smith. As Salem reels from tragedy after tragedy, a ghost from the past has returned to shake up everything.

So who’s back? And what does it mean for everyone else?

The Return Nobody Saw Coming
When the church bells rang and the thunder rolled across Salem’s night sky, longtime viewers knew something major was coming. But few expected the scene that unfolded in the cemetery: a mysterious figure stepping out of the shadows, a grave disturbed, and a whispered voice crying, “It’s me… I’m back.”

Cue the dramatic music and wide-eyed stares. Robert Scott Wilson — last seen in a complicated web of identities including Ben Weston and Alex Kiriakis — has returned, and fans are speculating wildly about who he’s really playing this time.

Could this be a resurrected Ben, somehow brought back from the brink once again? Or is Alex stepping into a darker version of himself, tangled in secrets that only the DiMera family could unleash?

And what about Freddie Smith, who once portrayed Sonny Kiriakis? His surprise cameo has raised even more eyebrows. Is Sonny back for good — or just part of someone else’s hallucination?

Life, Death, and Soap Opera Magic
Of course, in Salem, death is rarely permanent. Over the years, characters have been buried alive, resurrected via mad scientists, or revealed to have been living on secret islands (yes, we remember Melaswen). So a shocking return like this one fits perfectly into the show’s legacy of supernatural suspense and emotional chaos.

Robert Scott Wilson’s history with the show makes this twist even juicier. After portraying the Necktie Killer Ben Weston — who somehow transformed into a romantic hero before leaving Salem — Wilson reentered the scene as Alex Kiriakis, a smooth-talking businessman with a heart of gold and a past full of baggage.

But now? That past may have caught up with him. Fans online are buzzing with theories:

“That’s not Alex OR Ben. That’s a whole new identity. We’re in for a wild ride.”
“I think this ties back to Megan Hathaway’s resurrection lab. The DiMeras are up to something again.”
“Freddie Smith coming back must mean Sonny is tied to this reveal. Maybe he knew the truth all along.”

Emotional Fallout: The Ones Left Behind
The return of a presumed-dead character always causes emotional ripples. And Salem’s not short on broken hearts.

If this is Ben Weston, what does that mean for Ciara Brady, who’s been struggling to move on since his supposed death? Could their epic love story get another chance — or will the trauma of his past finally keep them apart for good?

If it’s Alex, how will his family — especially Justin and Bonnie — handle the chaos? They’ve already dealt with more than their share of Kiriakis family secrets, and this twist could change everything they thought they knew.

And if it’s someone new altogether, how will Salem respond to the idea that someone has returned from the grave, again, with a dangerous mission in mind?

Behind the Scenes: A Welcome Home
Off-screen, fans have been vocal in their excitement over Robert Scott Wilson’s renewed presence. Many have missed his intense performances, capable of switching from charm to menace in a heartbeat.

Likewise, Freddie Smith’s return has sparked hope for a WilSon (Will and Sonny) reunion, or at least a proper resolution to their much-loved story. Smith himself teased the appearance on social media, posting, “Never say never in Salem.”

Could this be the beginning of a long-term arc? Or just a guest spot to jolt the audience?

Either way, the buzz is real.

What’s Next in Salem?
With mystery graves, resurrections, and power plays in motion, Days of Our Lives is setting up a thrilling late summer stretch. Storylines are converging — from the DiMeras’ dark science experiments to long-lost love letters and unspoken family secrets.

Whether he’s Ben, Alex, or someone else entirely, one thing is certain: Robert Scott Wilson’s return has changed the game.

And as the camera zooms in on those haunted eyes and trembling hands, the only words we’re left with are:

He’s aliiiiive. He’s ALIIIIIVE!

Stay tuned, Salem. The dead are never truly gone… not on Days of Our Lives.