DAYS OF OUR LIVES SPOILERS: ERIC BRADY’S MARRIAGE CRUMBLES AS SARAH HORTON ENTERS THE PICTURE

Eric Brady is heading for heartbreak, and Sarah Horton might just be the one to help him pick up the pieces! With Nicole Walker giving him the cold shoulder in Paris and Sarah fresh off her split from Xander Kiriakis, Salem’s about to witness a romantic shake-up that nobody saw coming.

Eric and Nicole’s Marriage Is on Life Support

The writing’s on the wall for Eric and Nicole, and it’s not looking good. When Holly Jonas graduated from Salem High, her own mother couldn’t even sit next to her stepfather! Holly told Aaron Greene that Eric and Nicole were sitting on opposite sides of the auditorium. Not even speaking.

And get this – Nicole bolted right after Holly got her diploma, claiming baby Jude was sick back in Paris. But Eric? He stuck around Salem instead of rushing back to check on their son. That’s not exactly husband-of-the-year behavior, but maybe there’s more to this story than meets the eye.

Eric has been flying solo at every major Salem event lately. He showed up alone for John Black’s funeral, officiated it without Nicole by his side, stayed for Holly’s graduation, and even officiated Paul Narita and Andrew Donovan’s wedding. Where was Nicole for all of this? The Paris excuse is wearing thin.

Sarah Horton: Single and Ready for a Second Chance?

While Eric’s marriage implodes, Sarah Horton just kicked Xander to the curb! Their split has been messy, with custody battles over baby Victoria turning uglier by the day. After Xander’s assault on Philip Kiriakis, Sarah finally had enough.

But here’s where it gets interesting. Eric and Sarah have history – serious history. Back in 2018-2019, Sarah was engaged to Rex Brady when she caught him cheating. She developed major feelings for Eric, but just when things were heating up, Nicole returned from the dead (because of course she did – this is Salem!). Sarah eventually married Xander, but those unresolved feelings? They never really went away.

Why Jada Hunter Is Out of the Picture

Before anyone starts thinking Jada Hunter might swoop in, think again! Those anniversary photo shoots everyone’s buzzing about? Word is they show Jada getting cozy with Shawn Brady. Their romance has been building all year, especially after Jada’s affair with Shawn earlier in 2025.

Jada and Eric had their moment back in 2023, but that ship has sailed. When Jada got pregnant with Eric’s baby and chose to have an abortion, it created a rift they couldn’t repair. Now she’s moved on with Shawn, and honestly? They seem happy together.

What This Means for Salem’s Core Families

A potential Eric and Sarah reunion would unite the Brady and Horton families in ways fans have been hoping for. With the show’s 60th anniversary coming up in November, what better time to bring these two legacy characters together?

But let’s not forget about Xander. He’s not going to take this lying down. Can you imagine the fireworks when he sees Eric moving in on his ex-wife? The custody battle for Victoria is already intense – throw a love triangle into the mix and we’re looking at pure soap gold!

The timing couldn’t be more perfect. Eric needs someone who understands him, someone with strong moral values who won’t betray him. Sarah, with her history as a doctor and her own complicated past, could be exactly what he needs. They both know what it’s like to love someone who ultimately lets them down.

The Nicole Factor: What Happens When She Returns?

Let’s be real – Nicole will eventually have to face the music. Whether she comes back to Salem or Eric heads to Paris for a final confrontation, this marriage needs closure. The fact that they can’t even sit together at their daughter’s graduation speaks volumes.

And if Nicole does return to find Eric with Sarah? The drama would be off the charts! Nicole has a history of not handling rejection well. Remember her past feuds and schemes? A scorned Nicole Walker is a dangerous Nicole Walker.

What’s Next for Eric and Sarah?

With Eric returning for the 60th anniversary celebrations, all signs point to major developments in his love life. Will he and Sarah finally get their timing right? After years of near-misses and what-ifs, maybe it’s finally their moment.

The chemistry between them never really died – it just got buried under other relationships and obligations. Now that they’re both free (or about to be), nothing’s standing in their way. Well, except for a very angry Xander and whatever bombshell Nicole might drop when she finally addresses their marital problems.

Could we see Eric and Sarah reconnecting over their shared experiences? Both have been through failed marriages, both have dealt with trust issues, and both deserve a fresh start. Sometimes the best love stories are the ones that take time to develop.

Salem’s about to get a whole lot more interesting!

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