Days of Our Lives fans, rejoice—Tony DiMera is finally coming back! Thaao Penghlis revealed on Facebook that his return is scheduled for June 12, 2025. After a long break, he’s ready to bring the DiMera drama and his iconic smirk back to your screens.Penghlis acknowledged Tony’s long absence and promised a return packed with drama and mystery. His announcement instantly reignited excitement in Salem’s fanbase, who’ve been eagerly waiting to see Tony stir the DiMera pot again.
Within minutes of the post, fans began celebrating online. One excited comment read, “Yaaay! I’m counting down the minutes, as those grains of sand slip through the hourglass!” The fan added a request: “Please promise that you will be playing Tony, and not that bad boy Andre!”
Another chimed in, “Did Tony shoot EJ? 😆 Can’t wait to see Thaao.” Fan Judy Crawford shared, “Your absence has left a huge void, but I know your return will bring back the magic.” The warmth didn’t stop there. “You always leave a big hole in the Salem landscape when you go… bravo that you will be back,” wrote Carol Topjian.
Longtime viewers expressed their devotion, with one fan posting, “I’ve been watching Days of Our Lives since day one. Thank goodness you are back!”
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With Tony’s return, fans also want Anna by his side. “Hope he is bringing Anna. Great couple!” wrote Patricia Springman Cole. Others echoed it, hoping Anna joins the action to reignite their witty, loving chemistry.
Marianna Mac declared, “Time to take control of the DiMera family. Anthony was taught by the best, Stefano!” That sentiment speaks volumes. Days of Our Lives has lacked the DiMera sophistication that only Tony brings. His presence could change the family’s direction—and the show’s tone.
Fans didn’t hold back their admiration for Thaao Penghlis. Ilene Schoolsky fondly remembered, “Renee Dumonde, will you marry me?” and called it the best line ever. Ro Woodhouse reminisced, “Thaao was probably the most beautiful man I had ever set eyes on. His eyes… his voice… dreamy.”
Tina Moore summed it up for everyone with, “Finally. So happy for you and us.” Bev West added: “YES YES YES YES ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.” And fan after fan begged for one thing—make this return permanent. Tony DiMera’s return is breathing new life into Days of Our Lives. With June 12 circled on every fan’s calendar, Salem is about to see the drama rise once again
