Liberty City

Writers: Ron Carlivati Judy Tate Director: Anthony Pascarelli

Sasha isn't around this year so someone needs to be tortured porn for the writers.

Re-airs on January 1, 2026.

Considering he still has four months left to air, who knows.

week ending December 26 Monday, December 22, 2025 Emotions run high when Hope is forced to fire Deke. Bill and Liam think about all the challenges they have been through and feel like they are forces to be reckoned with. Thomas asks for time alone with Hope. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 Donna talks Eric into celebrating the holidays. Eric goes to the office and gets emotional about all the history he is leaving behind. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 Ridge gives Brooke a special Christmas present. Carter and Daphne kiss under the mistletoe. The Forrester Family celebrates the holidays in Forrester Family tradition. Thursday, December 25, 2025 – REPEAT Challenges force the Forresters and Logans to celebrate separately. Friday, December 26, 2025 Katie is in disbelief that she has her own fashion house. Will, Electra, Steffy, Finn, and Dylan all toast to the holidays at Will's beach house. Donna attempts to ease the tension between Brooke and Katie.

I agree; Darlene acted the Hell out of it. I agree; I actually liked the idea of Ashley and Ridge. Ashley Forrester has such a genuine ring to it.

week ending December 26 Monday, December 22, 2025 – Episode #15861 Jason and Danny come bearing gifts. Curtis updates Jordan. Ava and Nina reconcile. Tracy counsels Cody. Emma confides in Trina. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 – Episode #15862 Willow's trial resumes. Chase gets bad news. Portia confides in Ava. Tracy encounters Laura. Alexis receives new intel. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 – Episode #15863 Port Charles celebrates Christmas Eve. Carly makes a risky move. Sonny counsels Dante. Trina tries to make amends. Nina and Obrecht count their blessings. Thursday, December 25, 2025 FULL NETWORK PRE-EMPT Friday, December 26, 2025 – Episode #15864 Tracy misses Monica. Sidwell hosts a soiree at Wyndemere. Kevin voices his gratitude. Jordan makes an observation. Willow tries to change Drew’s mind.

Rare Sally vs. Sheila moment. Don't often see those come up on YouTube.

week ending December 26 Monday, December 22, 2025 (Episode #195) Leslie explains her earth-shattering news about Vernon to Ted. Anita struggles to process devastating information. Dani and Martin host competing tree-trimming parties. June reunites with her sister. Naomi is furious with Jacob. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (Episode #196) Nicole hears something from her ex that she can't quite comprehend. Anita and Vernon have a candid conversation that leaves them both rocked. Hayley storms out on Bill. Vanessa confesses the truth about her relationship with Doug to Donnell. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (Episode #197) Dani and Andre celebrate their first Christmas together. Vernon and Sharon's secret is exposed in front of all of the Duprees. Ted has three surprise visitors for the holiday. Eva and Izaiah hit a major milestone in their budding relationship. Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Episode #184; REPEAT) WinterFest begins, and special guest Damone Roberts helps the Duprees prepare for the event. Anita makes a shocking announcement. Jacob issues a warning to his brother. Leslie does everything in her power to give her daughter a magical night with her dad. After an awkward run-in with Ted, Tomas has a major question to ask Kat. Friday, December 26, 2025 (Episode #185; REPEAT) Special guest star Keke Wyatt sings at WinterFest. Nicole's date takes her by surprise. Vanessa's troubled by Joey's lack of support, while Kat thanks him for his unexpected help. Leslie tells Marcel there's a looming scandal that could rock Fairmont Crest.

date: Friday, December 19, 2025 | Teresa Zimmerman, Cheryl L. Davis | Steven Williford Thoughts: I love that it is a tradition for the women of the Dupree family to go hunting for their Christmas presents. So sweet to see Sharon and Tracy showing up for Anita in her time of need. Sometimes all you really need are your girlfriends to rally around you. #ArticulettesStrong I really like that Ashley offered to work for Shanice after Shanice did it on Thanksgiving; it is also nice seeing the iciness of Shanice begin to thaw overall. Damn, Nicole is high on the holiday right now. Haha. Love seeing her embracing the light of the world right now, especially with how 2025 began for her. Peaches brings out the most human parts of Dana and it is those parts that I need to see more of from her. I love Tracy sharing her own history with her cancer scare with Anita. Shows she has so much compassion and understanding for how she is feeling. Looks like Carlton and Nicole are official. I love that for her, despite how much I felt like he was trying a bit too hard. That gift from Ashley to Shanice was actually cute. I also would not touch it if it said that on the outside. And likely would not put sh*t in the fridge, either. I love how much Dani wants to give Andre a happy Christmas celebration. I hope he is prepared and ready for it. Dana, how wrong you absolutely are about Sharon and Vernon, but your nosy-rosy cannot stay out of it. Not Tracy calling out Sharon for her whispers. Poor Anita, but it is not a death sentence. You can still fight this. I know it. Notes: I love that we started the week strong with Zimmerman and Davis, and we've ended it strong with them, as well. The continued discussions about breast cancer, mortality, etc. are so refreshing but also not at all forced. It's beautiful.

Credits for Friday, December 19, 2025: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Chris Van Etten and Elizabeth Korte Writers: Micah Steinberg; Louise Rozette and Cathy Lepard Director: Allison Reames Smith

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Writers: Teresa Zimmerman Cheryl L. Davis Director: Steven Williford

I am calling it now: Deke is going to join Katie's fashion house (with Eric).

week ending December 26 Monday, December 22, 2025 – Episode #13278 Victor is fueled with rage about Nikki's loyalty to Jack. Billy and Kyle find themselves on common ground. Victoria worries about Claire’s connection to Holden. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 – Episode #13279 Nick forces Matt Clark's hand. Lily finds Cane and Phyllis too close for comfort. Traci shares words of wisdom with Diane. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 – Episode #13280 Victor and Nikki are reminded of the true meaning of Christmas. Jack and Diane count their blessings while Victoria and Billy put their differences aside on Christmas. Thursday, December 25, 2025 – REPEAT (Episode #9553; original airdate: 12/23/2010) Victor is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past. Friday, December 26, 2025 – Episode #13281 Sally shares valuable intel with Jack and Billy. Lauren helps Michael make a tough decision. Chelsea gives Adam an ultimatum.

week ending December 26 Monday, December 23, 2025 – Episode #15275 The DiMera kidnapper is finally revealed. Paulina offers sympathy to Marlena. Belle advises Brady. Tate gives Holly bad news. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 – Episode #15276 The DiMeras fear for their lives. Peter reveals a secret. Gwen and Gabi commiserate. Leo schemes to best EJ. Rafe and Cat brainstorm. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 – Episode #15277 Rafe and Jada search for the missing DiMeras. The DiMera captives fight for their freedom. Julie postpones Christmas. Eli and Lani arrive in Salem. Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Episode #15278 Marlena surprises Rachel. Brady confronts Kristen. Abe and Paulina worry about Theo. Johnny shares a moment with EJ. Sarah gives Chanel an update on her recent test results. Friday, December 26, 2025 – Episode #15279 Brady and Sarah bond. Xander apologises to Maggie. Jeremy helps Julie prepare for the ornament-hanging party. Jack and Jennifer bring Thomas and Charlotte home. Lani comforts JJ.

Plus, I don't believe he wanted to portray the infidelity that Ted had, simply based on his toxic words in that 'interview'.