Who Shot EJ on Days of Our Lives?
The iconic Peacock soap has once again delivered a jaw-dropping mystery that’s keeping viewers glued to their screens and social media buzzing. In this deep-dive, we’ll break down the suspects, the latest twists, fan theories, and what’s next for EJ’s shooter storyline—plus embed the hottest reactions from X (Twitter), Instagram, and Reddit to keep your article engaging and shareable.
The Night EJ Was Shot: What Really Happened?
On April 3, 2025, chaos erupted in Salem when EJ DiMera (Daniel Feuerriegel) was shot in his own mansion. The episode saw EJ reflecting on his growing list of enemies while drinking alone. Suddenly, a shadowy figure appeared, a shot rang out, and EJ collapsed, bleeding on the floor. Chad DiMera rushed in moments later, called 911, and tried desperately to save his brother
As news of the shooting spread, suspicion immediately fell on several Salemites. Johnny DiMera, EJ’s own son, was seen with Roman’s missing gun and acted suspiciously after the incident. Ava Vitali was lurking near the mansion, and Kate Roberts Brady was spotted with a gun of her own.
Did Johnny Shoot EJ?
No, Johnny did not shoot EJ. Johnny admitted to taking Roman’s gun and confronting his father in a fit of anger. He pointed the gun at EJ but ultimately couldn’t pull the trigger. Instead, he handed the weapon over to EJ and left, feeling remorseful for even considering violence. Roman later discovered that a bullet was missing from his gun and found it discarded in a planter outside the DiMera mansion, indicating someone else used it after Johnny left the scene
Who Are the Other Suspects?
With Johnny cleared, suspicion has shifted to several other characters, all of whom had motives to harm EJ:Rachel: Some fans and characters suspect Rachel, given her proximity to the scene and her recent suspicious behavior. Rachel’s nightmares and stomach aches are seen as classic soap opera signals that she may be hiding something significant Gabi, Kate, Rafe, Ava, Kristen: Each of these characters had reasons to want EJ out of the picture, and all are considered possible suspects by both the characters and the audience.
|
Suspect |
Motive |
Alibi/Status |
|
Johnny DiMera |
Anger at EJ, was seen with a gun, present at the scene |
Claims he didn’t pull the trigger |
|
Ava Vitali |
Vendetta against EJ, seen with a gun, left Salem after |
Left town right after shooting |
|
Kate Roberts Brady |
Believes EJ is behind Rex’s hit-and-run, seen with a gun |
Delivered cryptic updates to Roman |
|
Rachel Black |
Eyewitness, possible accidental shooter |
Some fans believe she’s hiding something |
|
Kristen DiMera |
Family drama, history of violence |
Under suspicion, but no direct evidence |
|
Rafe Hernandez |
Blames EJ for personal losses |
No flashbacks or direct evidence |
|
Amy Choi |
Unexpected suspect, strict and religious |
Considered a red herring |
|
Time |
Event |
Key Players Present |
|---|---|---|
|
Evening |
EJ drinks alone, reflects on enemies |
EJ |
|
Shortly after |
Gunshot rings out, EJ collapses |
Shadowy figure, EJ |
|
Moments later |
Chad finds EJ, calls 911 |
Chad, EJ |
|
Afterward |
Johnny seen returning, acting suspicious |
Johnny, Chanel |
|
Same night |
Ava leaves Salem |
Ava |
|
Next day |
Roman finds his gun missing |
Roman |
Who Shot EJ on Days of Our Lives? - FAQs
1. Who are the main suspects in EJ’s shooting?
Johnny DiMera, Ava Vitali, Kate Roberts Brady, Rachel Black, Kristen DiMera, and Rafe Hernandez are the primary suspects, each with their own motive and opportunity
2. Did Johnny DiMera shoot EJ?
Johnny admitted to pointing a gun at EJ but insists he did not pull the trigger. He claims EJ took the gun from him, and his memory of the night is hazy
3. Could Rachel Black be the shooter?
Some fans speculate Rachel may have accidentally shot EJ, based on her suspicious behavior and hints in recent episodes
4. Has the real shooter been revealed?
As of the latest episodes, the shooter’s identity remains a mystery, with several suspects still in play and more twists expected
5. Where can I watch the latest episodes?
Days of Our Lives airs weekdays on Peacock
