Alison Sweeney is famous for playing the mischievous Sami Brady on Days of Our Lives. But long before landing her iconic role, the actress was a dedicated fan of the beloved soap opera.
Key Takeaways
- Sweeney has played Sami on and off DAYS since 1993.
- Before joining the soap opera, Sweeney was a big fan of DAYS.
- The actress admitted to recording old episodes of the show.
- Sweeney is set to reprise her role of Sami in November.
DAYS Recordings
Like many daytime stars, Sweeney was a soap fan growing up. As expected, her favorite soap was none other than DAYS. With memorable couples like Bo (Peter Reckell) and Hope (Kristian Alfonso), and John (Drake Hogestyn) and Marlena (Deidre Hall), it’s no surprise that Sweeney became a fan.
Sweeney was such a huge fan that she used to record the show. During a recent conversation on X, the actress admitted to having old VHS tapes of the soap opera.
“OMG. All for this. I had episodes I recorded on my VHS tapes. Jack & Jennifer on the island? Bo & Hope reuniting? John-pretty much John anytime? I was the biggest DAYS fan. These are priceless,” the actress wrote in response to a chat about fans wanting to see classic episodes of the Daytime Emmy-winning soap currently celebrating its 60th anniversary.
Little did Sweeney know that she’d eventually be on the iconic soap opera. The star was cast as Sami in 1993, and soon she and her character were providing many memorable moments.
Sami was part of two popular pairings: first with Lucas (Bryan Dattilo) and then with EJ (played by James Scott and Dan Feuerriegel). However, Sami was also known for being a troublemaker. Who could forget her multiple attempts to break up Carrie (Christie Clark) and Austin (Patrick Muldoon and Austin Peck)? Lying about Will’s (Chandler Massey) paternity? Or kidnapping her baby sister, Belle
Sami Returns
Sweeney has played Sami on and off since 1993. In 2014, after 21 years with the show, the actress left. However, she’s returned for several appearances in recent years.
The actress is set to reprise her role as Sami this November, and it’s bound to be filled with lots of drama. Sami’s return coincides with Johnny (Carson Boatman) and Chanel’s (Raven Bowens) recent adoption of baby Trey, as well as the show’s big anniversary.
It’s going to be a joyous time for Sami and her new grandbaby. However, Miss Brady will shock everyone with news of her own. She returns to Salem engaged. Sami’s fiancé remains a mystery, and speculation suggests it could be a former character. Whoever Sami’s groom-to-be is, it’s going to send shockwaves across Salem.
