THE SCOOP

On the Monday, June 19 episode of “Days of our Lives,” Eli (Lamon Archey) returned to Salem and immediately surrounded himself with family, including Paulina (Jackée Harry), who is reeling with wonder about her missing husband, Abe (James Reynolds).

Eli also spent time with his grandmother Julie (Susan Seaforth Hayes) and her husband Doug (Bill Hayes), while also sharing updates on his wife Lani, who he revealed would be eligible for parole in about six months. “She’ll be eligible for parole in six months, so hopefully, she’ll be home by Christmas,” he told the couple. Well, it turns out, she’ll be home even sooner than that.

Independence Day is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States, and Lani Price will also gain her independence when Sal Stowers reprises the role beginning Tuesday, July 4. Although with this being “Days of our Lives,” one can only wonder if this is the true Lani being released, or just a fake wearing a mask pretending to be her, considering who she ends up interacting with upon her return to Salem.

Either way, the timing of Lani’s release makes perfect sense since not only will she be able to celebrate her release while surrounded by family and friends, but she’ll also be able to enjoy her and Eli’s anniversary. 

In 2020, Eli and Lani became the first ever Black couple to be married onscreen on “Days of our Lives” – the show had been on the air for 54 years at the time.