Days of Our Lives has finally revealed that EJ DiMera is succeeding Stefano as the leader of the DiMera family. For years, fans have wondered and speculated about who would be named the heir, but in a game-changing moment, the show revealed it earlier this week.
Here are the details on the situation.
EJ takes over DiMera family throne after Stefano’s death in Days of Our Lives
Stefano has ruled over the DiMera family for a very long time. But after his long-rumored death, the family held his memorial service last week, making his death official. And on the February 10 episode of Days of Our Lives, the show finally established EJ as the official heir to Stefano and that he is taking over the DiMera empire.
During the episode, Dr. Wilhelm Rolf passed the Phoenix Ring to EJ, saying he would have eventually succeeded it at the right moment. While there have been several fakes, Rolf noted it was the real one.
The iconic ring has a history of being worn by multiple family members. In addition to Stefano, it was briefly worn by EJ, Chad, and André. But it ultimately came back to Stefano, or at least he would find a way to take it back.
According to the family’s legend, the ring symbolizes immortality, hence the name Phoenix. And just like the bird, Stefano had emerged from the dead several times. It had been speculated that the ring was the reason he came back to life. However, since the show made it official that he’s dead, the power is now passed on to EJ.
Although it was a surprise, EJ accepts the ring, acknowledging the honor it carries. However, not everyone is happy about Stefano’s final request. The move is clearly drawing a rift within the family. And given EJ’s past dynamic among others, it remains to be seen how other characters will respond to it in the coming days.
