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It\u2019s a milestone worthy of Salem\u2019s biggest fireworks \u2014 Days of Our Lives<\/em> officially celebrates its 60th anniversary on Saturday, November 8, marking six unforgettable decades since its NBC debut in 1965. To honor the occasion, fans can expect a spectacular celebration featuring familiar faces, classic moments, and a red-carpet event that brings together the past and present of daytime\u2019s most enduring drama.<\/p>\n Days of Our Lives<\/em> celebrates its 60th anniversary on November 8, marking six decades of love, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments that continue to define daytime television.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n E! correspondent Will Marfuggi will host a live red carpet special across E!\u2019s social platforms, giving fans a front-row seat to interviews, reunions, and behind-the-scenes stories from their favorite stars.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n The anniversary gala honors Dr. Tom Horton, the heart of Salem, and brings back fan-favorite characters \u2014 from Sami Brady and Lucas Horton to Jennifer, Jack, and Will \u2014 in one epic, emotional reunion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n While the town celebrates, EJ DiMera uses his new position as hospital owner to conduct mysterious experiments, setting up intrigue and drama that could change Salem forever.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Now streaming on Peacock, Days of Our Lives<\/em> continues to thrive, recently renewed through its 63rd season, ensuring the legacy of Salem\u2019s families \u2014 and their stories \u2014 live on well past 2028.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n To commemorate this landmark moment, E! News correspondent Will Marfuggi will host a live red carpet special alongside the network\u2019s CreatorCam, streaming across all E! social media platforms, including @ENews and @EEntertainment. Viewers can join the fun in real time by dropping questions and comments for their favorite DAYS cast members \u2014 and if you\u2019re lucky, your message might just be read live to one of Salem\u2019s most beloved residents.<\/p>\n Marfuggi took to Instagram to share his excitement about the partnership, inviting fans to tune in starting at 7:45 PM ET \/ 4:45 PM PT on Saturday, November 8, for all the red-carpet arrivals and exclusive cast interviews. Expect plenty of heartfelt reunions, behind-the-scenes stories, and maybe even a few surprises that only DAYS could deliver.<\/p>\n Since its first premiere on NBC, the show has become a cultural touchstone \u2014 a series that has weathered time, trends, and television transitions without losing its heart. From the early days of the Horton family to unforgettable storylines like Marlena\u2019s possession, Bo and Hope\u2019s epic love story, and Stefano DiMera\u2019s reign of chaos, the series has given viewers six decades of love, loss, and legacy.<\/p>\n The soap\u2019s historic network run continued until September 9, 2022, before making its bold move to Peacock on September 12, 2022 \u2014 ushering in a new streaming era for both longtime fans and brand-new viewers. That transition proved seamless, as Days<\/em> quickly became one of Peacock\u2019s most-watched original programs.<\/p>\n Even more good news for Salem lovers: the series has been renewed through its 62nd and 63rd seasons, securing its future through the 2027\u20132028 television and streaming seasons. After all, the sands in Salem\u2019s hourglass show no signs of stopping anytime soon.<\/p>\n To commemorate the anniversary, the show is hosting a ball honoring the late Dr. Tom Horton<\/a> (Macdonald Carey) \u2014 the beloved family patriarch who started it all, with many familiar faces returning. For this landmark event, DAYS is bringing back some of the show\u2019s most beloved and familiar faces. Returning for the special anniversary gala are Mike Horton (Roark Critchlow), Jennifer Horton (Melissa Reeves), Jack Deveraux (Matthew Ashford), Lucas Horton (Bryan Dattilo), Sami Brady (Alison Sweeney), Will Horton (Chandler Massey), Marie Horton (Maree Cheatham), Steve Olson (Stephen Schnetzer), Eli Grant (Lamon Archey), Lani Price (Sal Stowers), Eric Brady (Greg Vaughan), Paul Narita (Christopher Sean), and Andrew Donovan (Colton Little).<\/p>\n Their homecoming will bring together generations of Hortons, Bradys, and other Salem favorites for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration that honors where the show has been \u2014 and where it\u2019s going next. Fans can look forward to emotional reunions, family memories, and a few heartfelt surprises along the way.<\/p>\n But in true Days of Our Lives<\/em> fashion<\/a>, not everything about the gala will be picture-perfect. EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) will make waves of his own as he flexes his power as the new hospital owner, launching a set of mysterious experiments in his private lab. What exactly is EJ up to \u2014 and how might it shake up Salem? Fans will have to tune in to find out<\/p>\n As DAYS turns 60, it\u2019s more than just a celebration \u2014 it\u2019s a tribute to the generations of fans who\u2019ve followed the show through every twist, romance, and resurrection. From hospital halls to DiMera boardrooms, from the Brady Pub to Horton Square, DAYS continues to prove that no matter how the world changes, love, loyalty, and a little drama never go out of style.<\/p>\n So, grab your favorite Salem mug, tune in to the E! red carpet coverage, and join the celebration. Sixty years later, DAYS remains the heartbeat of daytime \u2014 and the story is far from over.<\/p>\n This story was originally reported on Soap Hub<\/a> on November 8, 2025. 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Six Decades of Salem Stories<\/h3>\n
Having A Ball<\/h3>\n
A Legacy Still Growing<\/h3>\n