Nicole’s Final Episode

Oh my goodness, can you believe it, DAYS fans? Our girl Nicole Walker has left the building, and I’m not sure my heart can take it! Arianne Zucker’s final episode just aired, and let me tell you, it was a rollercoaster of emotions that would make even Sami Brady dizzy.

So, picture this: The Brady Pub, packed with familiar faces, all there to bid adieu to Nicole and Eric. It’s like a who’s who of Salem, right? And there’s Nicole, probably wondering if she should’ve packed more waterproof mascara for this tear-fest. I mean, after 20 years of schemes, dreams, and everything in between, how do you say goodbye?

But here’s the kicker – Nicole and Eric are jetting off to Paris with baby Jude! Talk about a plot twist, right? It’s like the writers finally said, “You know what? Let’s give these two a break.” And honestly, after everything they’ve been through, don’t they deserve a little “ooh la la” in their lives?

The Baby Jude Twist

Now, let’s talk about that baby drama for a hot second. Remember when we all thought EJ was Jude’s dad? Yeah, that was about as reliable as one of Stefano’s death certificates. Turns out, our boy Eric is the baby daddy! EJ must’ve been fuming – I can just see him brooding in the DiMera mansion, plotting his next move. Classic EJ, am I right?

Emotional Goodbye with Holly

But here’s where it gets really juicy, folks. Nicole’s teenage daughter, Holly, is staying behind in Salem. Can you imagine that conversation? “Hey honey, I’m moving to Paris with my ex-husband who’s actually the father of the baby I thought I had with my current husband… oh, and you’re staying here.” Just another day in Salem, folks!

The goodbye between Nicole and Holly? Grab your tissues, because it was a tearjerker. These two have been through more ups and downs than the Salem Horton Town Square elevator during a blackout. But in the end, it was all love. I’m not crying, you’re crying!

Behind-the-Scenes Drama

Now, I know what you’re thinking – “But what about Nicole? Will we ever see her again?” Well, buckle up, because here’s where real life crashes into our soap bubble. Arianne Zucker isn’t just leaving the show – she’s suing the pants off it! Yep, you heard that right. She’s going after Corday Productions, Ken Corday, and former producer Albert Alarr faster than Kristen DiMera after a DiMera fortune.

The allegations? Hold onto your hats – sexual harassment! Apparently, the behind-the-scenes drama was spicier than what we saw on screen. Zucker claims she got the boot for standing up for herself and others. Talk about life imitating art, huh?

But wait, there’s more! Remember that infamous Donald Trump “Access Hollywood” tape? The one where he said… well, you know. Turns out, Zucker was there, and she’s finally spilling the tea. She called it “fraternity talk” and felt the media was out for blood. Who knew our Nicole was caught up in real-world political drama?

What’s Next for Nicole and Arianne

So, what’s next for Nicole? Paris adventures with Eric and baby Jude, obviously. But for Arianne? Well, let’s just say her next role might be in a courtroom drama instead of a soap opera.

As Marlena said in that final episode, “I do hope that you get to come back sometime soon.” Don’t we all, Marlena. Don’t we all. But with all this real-life drama, Nicole’s return might be as likely as Dr. Rolf running out of miraculous serums.