Days of our Lives Recap November 10: Dominic Marino Makes Himself at Home

On the Tuesday, November 10, 2026, episode of Days of our Lives, Brady told Rachel about his break-up, Sarah confided in Maggie, Philip urged Xander to pursue Sarah, and Dominic introduced himself to Sydney.

Breaking Up is Hard to Do

Rachel was curled up on the couch with Brady and Tate, and Brady asked Rachel what was wrong. Rachel asked if she would ever see her mother again. Brady admitted that he did not know. Rachel asked Brady if Kristen had meant it when she said she intended to get therapy to become a better person. With a shrug, Brady said he hoped so. Brady reminded Rachel that Kristen would hold Rachel in her heart, no matter where she was in the world.

Rachel asked when Sarah and Victoria would be home. After Brady and Tate shared a look, Tate left so that Brady could talk to Rachel alone. When Brady explained that Sarah and Victoria had moved back into the Kiriakis mansion, Rachel blamed herself.

Brady assured Rachel that Sarah loved her, and that she was not to blame. Brady explained that Sarah was not the right fit for him, because Sarah still loved Xander. Although Rachel understood, she said she was a little jealous that Victoria’s parents were getting back together. Rachel added that she understood it was not meant to be for Brady and Kristen.

Dearly Not So Departed

Holly told Amy that Sophia was alive | Image: Peacock =Maggie gave Sarah advice about Xander | Image: Peacock

At the cafe in the square, Holly met with Amy Choi. Holly admitted that her actions had contributed to Sophia’s mental health issues, and she was sorry for it. Amy thanked Holly and confessed that she had been unfair to Holly. When Amy mentioned that she held a large part of the blame for Sophia’s problems, Holly told Amy that she did not believe that Sophia would want Amy to blame herself. Holly told Amy that she believed that Sophia was still alive. Amy asked Holly why.

Holly told Amy about the call into the hotline, and that she had also seen Sophia in the square on Halloween. When Holly mentioned the police, Amy said no. Confused, Holly argued that Amy had never believed that her daughter was dead, and she did not understand why she did not want to act on the new information. Amy countered that the police would only arrest Sophia, not help her. Holly argued that Sophia had been mentally unwell, and that she was willing to testify on Sophia’s behalf. Amy said she did not want Sophia to go back to Bayview either.

Amy argued that if Sophia was alive, it should be her decision to make it known to the world. Amy told Holly that if she truly regretted what she had done to Sophia, she would let it go. After Amy left, Tate met up with Holly at the cafe. Holly said she believed that Amy knew that Sophia was alive. Tate urged Holly to take Amy’s advice and let Sophia go.

Moving In and Moving On

Maggie gave Sarah advice about Xander | Image: Peacock =Xander told Philip that he would likely go to prison | Image: Peacock

In the Kiriakis living room, Sarah told Maggie that Xander was keeping her at arm’s length. Sarah explained that Xander wanted to work on their relationship in therapy before they jumped back into a relationship. Maggie said that she believed that was a mature decision. Sarah confessed that she was scared to face her own issues in therapy about her part in the break-up.

Sarah noted that it was clear that Xander had worked hard to be a better man, and Philip had forgiven his brother. “So why couldn’t I?” Sarah said. With a chuckle, Maggie admitted that she had not forgiven Xander until she had seen him unconscious in the hospital. Sarah admitted she had also forgiven Xander, and she lamented that she had not told him. Maggie said she had struggled with the same problems with Victor, but she had ultimately decided to love the man and all his faults.

Maggie advised Sarah to look at Xander’s honesty as a building block instead of a blockade to a future together, because she believed that Sarah and Xander were meant to be. Sarah said she agreed with Xander that they needed to break their unhealthy habits.

Never Let Go

Xander told Philip that he would likely go to prison | Image: Peacock

Philip was visiting Xander in his hospital room when Kate called.After Kate told Philip about Dominic, Philip relayed the news to Xander. “Death, inheritance, trauma: the full DiMera love language,” Philip said. Xander noted that if Stefano had raised Dominic, he was likely just as dangerous.

Philip told Xander that Marlena had unknowingly given birth to Dominic, and that Dominic had moved into the DiMera mansion. Confused, Xander asked why Dominic had attempted to purchase the Kiriakis mansion. Philip believed it was likely because Stefano had hated Victor. Xander worried aloud that Dominic would come after them even though he had given up on buying the house.

When Philip offered to talk to Dominic, Xander didn't want him to. Philip refused to let Xander put himself in further danger with the DiMera family. When Philip explained that he did not want Xander to mess up his second chance with Sarah, Xander admitted he had put a pause on his relationship until they could work out their issues. Philip argued that Xander was the only obstacle to reuniting with Sarah. Xander disagreed.

Xander told Philip that the gun he had used to shoot George had been unlicensed. Xander explained that because he was a convicted felon, Justin believed that Xander would serve 10-15 years for the weapons charge. Xander asked Philip not to tell Sarah. Philip warned Xander to get out of his own way and be with Sarah.

Welcome Home

Dominic introduced himself to Sydney | Image: Peacock

In the DiMera living room, Dominic introduced himself to Sydney as her uncle. When Sydney asked about Dominic’s mother, he told her that Sydney’s grandmother Marlena was his mother. Sydney was shocked and argued that Marlena loathed Stefano. Dominic noted that Stefano loved Marlena, but Sydney countered that Stefano’s affections had not been love but obsession. Dominic argued that Sydney’s parents had a similar dynamic. Disgusted, Sydney ordered Dominic to leave. Dominic apologized and informed Sydney that Stefano’s codicil gave him controlling interest in DiMera Enterprises and the house.

Dominic explained that he had announced his intention to move into the mansion prior to the memorial service, because he had not wanted to make the memorial about him instead of Lexie. Sydney was suspicious of Dominic’s timing. Sydney asked Dominic why Dante had lied, but Dominic stressed that Dante had not known that he was Stefano’s son.

Concerned, Sydney demanded to know if Dante was taking advantage of Sami. Dominic noted that if his own family had not known about him, there was no reason that Dante should have known the truth. After Sydney left in a huff, Dominic smiled at Stefano’s portrait. “Home. I’m finally here,” Dominic said.

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