Alison Sweeney's Sami Brady is set to return to Salem on Days of Our Lives with major news: she's engaged. The announcement will come during the grand opening gala for the Tom Horton Free Clinic, coinciding with the soap's 60th anniversary celebrations. Fans speculate on the identity of her mystery fiancé amid her storied romantic history.
Return to Salem
Sami Brady, portrayed by Alison Sweeney, has several reasons for her upcoming return to Days of Our Lives. She plans to meet her newest grandchild, John Roman DiMera III, born to son Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman) and Chanel Dupree (Raven Bowens). Additionally, Sami will attend the gala for the Tom Horton Free Clinic and share her engagement news with family and friends.
Sweeney's busy schedule with Hallmark movies limits Sami's full-time appearances, but she often returns for impactful arcs as the fan-favorite 'Hurricane Sami.' Recent visits included comforting Johnny after learning of EJ DiMera's (Dan Feuerriegel) blackmail and supporting him during his trial for attempted murder. She also returned post-John Black's (Drake Hogestyn) funeral to console Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) and left to care for daughter Sydney DiMera (Avery and Cade Seger) after surgery.
Past Romances and Speculation
Sami's last major storyline involved a kidnapping by ex Lucas Horton (Bryan Dattilo), who framed EJ out of jealousy. Their wedding was halted when Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) revealed the truth, leading Sami to end the relationship and Lucas to serve time in Statesville, though he's now out.
The mystery fiancé sparks speculation. It's unlikely to be ex Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering), who's single after ending his engagement with Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu), or EJ, who's focused on other pursuits and still loves Belle Black (Martha Madison). Past flames like Austin Reed (Austin Peck), married to Carrie Brady (Tracy Middendorf), or Brandon Walker (Matt Cedeño), absent since 2005, seem improbable. The most likely candidate is Lucas, with reports confirming Bryan Dattilo's return for November sweeps and the anniversary episodes.
This engagement ties into the 60th anniversary, promising drama as Sami navigates family dynamics in Salem.