Days of our lives spoilers: SHOCKING NEWS -Xander Loses Everything, Paul Telfer Leaves DOOL

Is This the End for Xander Kuryakis? A Violent Attack Rocks Salem and Sparks Exit Rumors on Days of Our Lives 

Salem is reeling in the aftermath of a brutal and unexpected attack, and all eyes are on one man: Xander Kuryakis. The once-redeemed antihero has found himself at the center of a harrowing scandal that may cost him everything — his freedom, his family, and his future on Days of Our Lives.

Speculation is mounting over actor Paul Telur’s rumored departure, fueling concern that Xander’s storyline could be heading toward a tragic conclusion.

According to insiders, Xander’s latest act of violence — a vicious assault on Philip Kuryakis — has left the Days community stunned. What was once a simmering feud exploded in a shocking display of rage when Xander attacked Philip, leaving him bloodied and unconscious. Witnesses described the aftermath as horrifying: Philip lay motionless on the floor, surrounded by blood, as Xander fled into the night, his hands bruised and bloodied.

As the news broke, Kate Roberts — Philip’s mother — arrived to a devastating scene. Her son was barely recognizable, his injuries severe. He was rushed to Salem University Hospital, where doctors battled to save his life. The prognosis was grim: internal bleeding, severe organ damage, and critical trauma.

Dr. Sarah Horton, both Philip’s attending physician and Xander’s fiancée, was forced to break the news to Kate. “Someone beat him within an inch of his life,” she admitted, visibly shaken.

The incident triggered a criminal investigation led by Detective Jada Hunter, who quickly zeroed in on Xander as the prime suspect. Despite Xander’s attempts to deflect suspicion — including a weak explanation about tripping over a banister — signs of his involvement mounted. Fresh bruises on his hands, his history with Philip, and Kate’s unwavering belief in his guilt have left little room for doubt.

At home, tension mounted as Maggie Horton pressed Xander about his injuries. His evasive response only deepened concerns. Meanwhile, Sarah began confronting a painful internal battle. Could the man she once believed in — a man who had fought so hard to reform — be capable of such violence?

The emotional toll is immense. Sarah, torn between her professional duty and her personal loyalties, began to see Xander in a new, terrifying light. His temper had once been a spark. Now, it was a wildfire threatening to consume everything.

Complicating matters further is their shared love for their daughter, Victoria. Sarah is forced to ask herself: Can she raise her child alongside a man accused of nearly killing another? And what future can she promise her daughter if Xander’s darker impulses resurface?

Spoilers suggest that Sarah may soon reach a breaking point — and choose to walk away from Xander for good. If she does, it would mark a devastating personal blow for Xander, who could lose not only his freedom but the two people he loves most.

As Detective Hunter’s investigation gains traction, the walls are closing in. Forensic evidence, witness accounts, and rising suspicions all point toward Xander as the attacker. An arrest appears inevitable. The only remaining question is: When will justice catch up to him — and at what cost?

Meanwhile, rumors continue to swirl about Paul Telur’s future with the show. Fans fear that this storyline may be the actor’s exit arc, one that sees his character fall from grace in tragic fashion.

Telur’s portrayal of Xander has earned acclaim for its emotional depth and complexity. Once a calculating villain, Xander evolved into a deeply flawed but sympathetic man — a partner, father, and antihero whose struggle for redemption captivated viewers.

But this violent outburst may undo all of that growth. If this is the end, Xander’s legacy may not be one of redemption, but a cautionary tale about a man who couldn’t escape his own demons.

As the storyline unfolds, Days of Our Lives fans are bracing for emotional fallout that promises to ripple across Salem. Relationships will fracture. Secrets will surface. And Xander’s fate will be sealed.

Is this the final chapter for one of the show’s most polarizing characters? Or will there be one last twist in Xander Kuryakis’ tumultuous saga?

Stay tuned.