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DAYS OF OUR LIVES : Brandon Barash Claims He Was Fired Mid-Contract, The Shocking Truth Behind Stefan’s Exit
DAYS star Brandon Barash claims he was fired mid-contract, shocking fans with revelation about Stefan DiMera’s exit. Actor opens up about damaged trust with production team.
DAYS OF OUR LIVES Shocker: Brandon Barash Reveals He Was Fired – “I’ve Lost That Trust”
Oh, Salem fans, grab your tissues because we’ve got some heartbreaking news about one of our favorite DiMeras. Brandon Barash has dropped a bombshell about his exit from Days of Our Lives in an exclusive interview with SheKnows’ Soaps.com, revealing he was actually fired from the show mid-contract. Talk about drama that rivals anything we’ve seen in Salem!
“I Knew Exactly What Was Happening”
In the candid interview that has fans buzzing, Barash opened up to SheKnows about the moment he learned his time as Stefan DiMera was coming to an end. “I knew exactly what was happening as soon as I was called up to [the boss’] office,” the actor shared, giving us a glimpse into that fateful day. The conversation that followed must have felt like a scene straight out of the show – minus the evil doppelgangers and memory-erasing drugs!
The Shocking Truth Behind Stefan’s Exit
Here’s where things get even more dramatic, folks. Barash revealed to SheKnows he was still under contract when the decision came down. According to the actor, he was told, “Look, this is not my doing. I don’t like it. And this is no reflection on you or your abilities.” The explanation? “It’s just where we’re deciding to take the character.”
A Tale of Two DiMeras
Let’s not forget that Barash has quite the history in Salem. He first stepped into Stefan’s shoes in 2019, taking over from Tyler Christopher. Then, in a twist worthy of a DiMera plot, he ended up playing dual roles when he returned as Stefan’s twin brother Jake – only to have that character tragically gunned down in 2022.
Trust Issues in Salem
Perhaps the most heartbreaking part of this whole situation? In his SheKnows interview, Barash admits the experience has left him wary about any potential future returns to Salem. “The terms would have to be very, very right,” he explained. “I’ve lost that ability to trust that team, quite frankly.” Those words hit harder than one of Sami Brady’s infamous slaps!
The Final Farewell
Mark your calendars, DAYS fans – Barash’s final episode as Stefan airs Monday, October 28. While the actor admits to SheKnows the news initially stung (“Of course, the ego is like, ‘Oh, OK, that hurt'”), he’s choosing to look forward with optimism. “I walked out of the office equal parts shocked and excited about what was around the corner,” he shared.
What do you think about this shocking turn of events, Salem fans? Will you miss Brandon as Stefan? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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