Cary Christopher, who has played Thomas DiMera on Days of Our Lives since 2020, is officially leaving the show. A rep for the show confirms that the role has been recast. The new actor won’t appear on air until April 2026.
In a heartfelt post on his Facebook page, the young actor confirmed the news, writing:
“Yes, it is true. I left Days of our Lives several months ago because I booked a role as a series regular for a new show coming to Amazon Prime in 2026.”
As longtime fans know, Days films several months in advance. Cary shared that his next two air dates as Thomas will be October 22 and October 31.
Reflecting on his time on the Peacock soap, he expressed deep gratitude:
“Days of our Lives was such a dream set to work on. I started on this beloved soap when I was just 4. How lucky am I that I got to call it my home for almost 6 years!? I have been so blessed to always be busy working, but because of that, I couldn’t be in two places at once and I had to leave the show to work on other projects. I will always hold a lot of memories from being on Days, and Billy Flynn and I got to share a nice goodbye. Billy — you were the best TV dad a kid could have. It was always so great working with you and learning from you. And thank you, Days fans!! You all are the best.”
Along with his post, Cary shared several behind-the-scenes photos from over the years. He added that he can’t reveal where Thomas’s story goes next — mostly because even he doesn’t know.
“I can’t say where Thomas’s story leads, and I don’t know! So you’ll have to continue to tune in. I’m next on as Thomas DiMera on Oct. 22 and Oct. 31.”
Cary also gave fans a preview of what’s next in his career:
“Next up for me — Weapons will begin streaming on HBO Max next week if you missed it in theaters! In two weeks, you can catch me guest starring on Chicago Med. In 2026/2027, the live-action series Spider-Noir will be coming out. I’ll also be in Lanterns, and you can watch me as Justin in the family drama It’s Not Like That.”
Cary has grown up before viewers’ eyes as Thomas, and his departure will no doubt leave a mark on fans.
So, how do you feel about Cary Christopher leaving Days of Our Lives? How do you feel about the role of Thomas being recast?
Photo Credit: Peacock Screenshot.
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