DAYS Spoilers: Joy Wesley’s Shocking Exit Hides Pregnancy Truth From Alex

Just when I thought the drama in Salem couldn’t get any juicier, Joy Wesley drops a bombshell that has me absolutely reeling! In Wednesday’s jaw-dropping episode, Joy bid farewell to Salem, but not before leaving us with one of the most classic soap opera twists of all time. She’s pregnant with Alex Kiriakis’s baby—and nobody knows except for her!

The revelation that Joy is carrying a secret Kiriakis heir while heading back to New York has completely upended what I thought was just a simple exit storyline. Talk about leaving with a bang! After telling both Alex and Stephanie Johnson that her pregnancy test was negative (a flat-out LIE!), Joy packed her bags and slipped out of town with this mega-secret tucked safely away.

THE UNFOLDING DRAMA

Joy’s short stint in Salem certainly left its mark! After arriving in October 2024, she immediately stirred up trouble by having that infamous night with Johnny DiMera. Remember when we all thought they had crossed a major line? The plot twist that they’d only kissed was a relief for Chanel DiMera, but clearly, Joy saved her real scandal for her exit!

The Wesley-Kiriakis baby drama is only just beginning. Think about it—she held that one-day job at Titan just long enough to make her getaway plans. While Alex is completely oblivious to the fact that he’s going to be a father, Joy is heading back to Nancy Wesley in NYC, presumably to figure out her next move.

Does anyone else think Joy’s sudden departure feels almost calculated? She waited until she confirmed her pregnancy, lied about the results, and then immediately left town. Classic soap move! And let’s be honest, with Joy being a legacy character—the daughter of Craig and Nancy Wesley and sister to Chloe Lane—this baby bombshell practically guarantees we haven’t seen the last of her.

THE KIRIAKIS LEGACY GROWS

Another Kiriakis baby on the horizon! With Victor gone, the family dynasty needs new blood, and Joy is now carrying exactly that. The irony that Alex—once Salem’s notorious playboy—is clueless about becoming a father is pure soap opera gold.

Meanwhile, Alex has been reconnecting with Stephanie, completely unaware that his life is about to be turned upside down when Joy inevitably returns with his child. The timing couldn’t be more dramatic! Just as he’s trying to build something real with Stephanie, this baby bombshell is ticking away, ready to explode.

THE INEVITABLE RETURN

Let’s speculate on what happens next, shall we? Joy will likely spend a few months (or weeks in soap time) in New York with Nancy, who will undoubtedly have strong opinions about her daughter’s situation. Will Nancy push Joy to tell Alex the truth? Or will she support keeping the Kiriakis family in the dark?

When Joy does return—and trust me, she WILL return—Salem better brace for impact! The reveal that Alex has a child will send shockwaves through the Kiriakis family and completely derail whatever relationship he’s built with Stephanie by then.

And let’s not forget Chloe’s reaction when she learns her little sister is carrying Alex’s baby! The family connections and potential drama are endless. Will the Kiriakis family fight for custody rights? Will Alex step up as a father? Could this unlikely pregnancy actually bring Joy and Alex together romantically?

A SOAPY SENDOFF

A Days spokesperson told TV Insider, “We enjoyed having AlexAnn bring the character of Joy to life, it was a short yet important story arc, and we hope the fans enjoyed watching it unfold.” Short yet important indeed! That “important” part now makes perfect sense with this pregnancy twist.

Joy Wesley first appeared as a baby back in 2003, born to save her sister Chloe who needed a bone marrow transplant for her leukemia. How fitting that the character who was literally conceived to save someone else’s life is now carrying new life herself!

While Joy’s time in Salem might be over for now, the ripple effects of her pregnancy will be felt for months to come. And when she returns—baby Kiriakis in tow—the drama will be absolutely explosive!

What do YOU think about Joy’s secret pregnancy? Was she right to keep Alex in the dark? And how do you think he’ll react when he eventually learns the truth? The stage is set for one of the most dramatic returns Salem has seen in ages. I, for one, can’t wait to see it unfold!