Days of Our Lives spoilers August 17, 2026 reveal another heartbreaking situation for Abe and Theo as they learn that Lexie’s condition is worse than anyone expected. Kayla has difficult news to deliver, while Chanel heads to Salem University Hospital after experiencing contractions and goes into labor. Meanwhile, Rafe tries to get Gwen to cooperate, and Javi learns about Leo’s fate.
Key Takeaways
- Abe and Theo face devastating news.
- Kayla has difficult news to deliver.
- Chanel goes into labor.
- Rafe tries to convince Gwen to cooperate.
- Javi learns what happened to Leo.
Abe and Theo Get Bad News
Abe (Tyler Joseph Andrews) and Theo Carver (James Reynolds) have been through the wringer over the years. “A lot” probably doesn’t even begin to cover what this father and son duo have endured both together and separately. Now, they find themselves back in shared pain territory.
They are learning that Lexie’s (Nikki Crawford) condition is worse than ever. In fact, it is fatal, and she could be heading back to the land of the dead much sooner than anyone realizes.
This explains why Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) is tasked with delivering some difficult news to Abe and Theo at the hospital. Even with the deck stacked against them, they are holding out hope and wishing for the absolute best.
Chanel Goes Into Labor at Salem University Hospital
Meanwhile, Chanel (Raven Bowens) is also at the hospital for a very different reason. After experiencing sudden pain and contractions, she rushes over to Salem University Hospital to get checked out by the doctors.
It turns out that baby is ready to see the light of day! Chanel officially goes into labor.
Rafe Pressures Gwen and Javi Learns Leo’s Fate
Days of Our Lives spoilers for August 17 also tease that Rafe (Galen Gering) tries to convince Gwen (Emily O’Brien) to cooperate. Everyone knows how stubborn Gwen can be when backed into a corner, but she may eventually realize that giving in is her best option right now.
Elsewhere in Salem, Javi (Jacob Martinez) gets filled in on the details regarding Leo Stark’s (Greg Rikaart) fate.
Will Abe and Theo get a miracle for Lexie, and will Chanel’s delivery go smoothly? Sound off in the comments below!
Don’t forget to check out the DOOL spoilers for even more drama coming to Peacock.
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