Eventually Chad got caught at the wrong place in the wrong time. [33][43] In an interview with TV Source Magazine from 2011, Mansi compared Chad and Abigail's dynamic to Romeo and Juliet. "[52] Though they are forced to work so closely together during their modeling career, Chad is "oblivious" to Gabi's feelings. Melanie is uncomfortable with the attention Chad and Gabi are getting for their modeling campaign and their chemistry, but Chad assures her that he only has eyes for her. When Abby woke up, she declared that she wanted to leave, and Chad agrees to help her escape. Abigail was locked in a padded room, and Chad visited her, but Abigail ordered him to leave. The first season premieres on Thursday, August 1, on The DOOL App with the eight-episode arc "Chad and Abby in Paris." [19] In the spring of 2013, the series released a casting call for an actor matching Deidrick's description which led to speculation that the role of Chad was to be recast. Chad and Gabi spent time together, and were held at knife point by a Guy Mantzoukas, who was after the amulet. [31], Deidrick had to come up with a lot of Chad's back story on his own because Chad was a brand new character. Chad and Abigail eventually patch things up when they learn Cameron has been moonlighting as a stripper. Though he trusts the writers, Deidrick realized that Chad needed to make a change. Chad mourns with Thomas after learning of Abigail's "demise". Abigail was sent away to Florida for treatment, and Chad befriended Gwen Riczchech. Worried that the could go to jail, the boys decided to shut down the website. Woods who always pushes him away when things get difficult. In June 2018, Kate gave Chad the ring and told him to accept his birth right as the new Phoenix, who will rise from the ashes like Stefano and Andre had so many times. Giddens attributed the decision to Chad's dramatic decline in screen time following Burnett's departure. Deidrick's audition caught the attention of casting director, Marnie Saitta and he was soon called back to audition for the newly created role of Chad. On Valentine's Day morning, Chad and Abigail Vowed to each other that "A Love Like Ours Comes Once In A Life Time." Chad went to see Abby, who insisted that Ben was there. Chad is officially chosen as Stefano's successor, Chad and Abigail with their newborn daughter Charlotte, Chad and Abigail celebrating Thanksgiving with Jack and Jennifer (2019; (TJ, 2020)). Finally, after months of back and forth, the devastating truth was revealed Nicole had switched the babies and the baby Chad had with Mia, Grace, was dead. Giddens attributed the decision to Chad's dramatic decline in screen time following Burnett's departure. Jordan soon after leaves Salem after receiving a new job opportunity. But, Gabi's obsession grew. "[10] Knowing Chad is all alone in the world Kate schemes to expose that Chad is Madeline's son with Kate's husband, Stefano DiMera (Joseph Mascolo) born on March 3, 1990, making him a whole year older than was initially said to be. Abigail stressed that she was sorry for what she had put him through. Chad sat on his bed, staring at the wall. Who will the widower move on with after Abigail's looming death? [20] On June 20, 2013, Deidrick confirmed his departure from the series through Twitter and posted a picture of his final script. [5] However, Chad is furious to learn that Mia gave their baby girl up for adoption. The police began looking for Melanie. However, it wasn't really about two men fighting for Stephanie. Stefano instructed Chad to go find Kristen, and get her shares of DiMera. [38] Deidrick explained that Chad goes to Kate for answers because she has been a "mother figure." Chad later convinced Andre to help track down Rolf as a way of redeeming himself. He focused on Abigail and his friends, Sonny, Will, Melanie, and Gabi. When Chad found out that there was something wrong he asked Rafe Hernandez to help find her and after some arguing Rafe agreed. But Chad is kind of left in limbo after Burnett's departure. Chad is disowned by Stefano and, depressed, goes to a bar where he meets Serena Mason. Abby eventually requested that Chad no longer visit her, but in June, Abby was injured in a fire. Ben was burned heavily in his legs. Chad charms Abigail and soon becomes interested in Ben's sister Jordan Ridgeway (Chrishell Stause). Chad mourns Lexie's passing all alone. In 2010, the series introduced Chad's parents, including his mother, Madeline Peterson Woods and Chad is revealed to be the illegitimate son of crime lord Stefano DiMera. Andre is proud of the way his brother is running the company and proud to be working with him. Due to Chad's "condition," Cameron backed off Abigail. Fans also spoke out when Chad's friendship with Will and Sonny started taking a back seat to other storylines. "[53] It is Lexie's passing and Stefano's presumed death that pushes Chad over the edge. Deidrick said he would be open to the potential pairing if the writers were to go in that direction. Chad calls her to check up on her, Abigail doesn't tell him that Ben is at the house instead she decides to take care of Ben herself and tells Chad to pick up some groceries so he wouldn't interrupt what she's about to do to him. Abigail explained that she had begged J.J. not to tell anyone that she was alive, prompting Gabi to wonder how Dario had found out. As a couple, Chad and Melanie are very "playful" and that is how they express their love for one another. [10], Now estranged from his father, Chad learns that he is Stefano DiMera's son. [27] In May 2018, Flynn announced he would remain on the soap for the foreseeable future. Abby goes to say good bye to Thomas and Chad sees her. At the time, Deidrick's screen time had declined dramatically and he had also booked several guest appearances in prime time. If Chad were to talk, Nick would turn Chad in for assault. The man then told Chad to let him go, and referred to him as son. However, the actor also said he was open to return to the series for future guest stints. days of our lives allie 27 Feb. days of our lives allie. In an interview Soaps In Depth, Deidrick said that he used music to take Chad "into the darkness." After dinner, Abigail and Chad returned home, and he escorted her to her room. However, his plans had been foiled by the DiMeras and with the help of Adrienne and Lucas, he was arrested once more and sent back to prison. Jul 17, 2022 65 Dislike Share Save Description NBC - Voice of DOOL fans. Ari jumps into Chad's arms. In November 2016, Abby returns to Salem after faking her death with Andre's help, and being cared for by Laura. According to Deidrick, Abigail is immediately turned off until she realizes that Chad is different from the rest of his family. After the murder of Paige Larson and when Dr. Marlena Evans is attacked when she's unable to help Chad remember what happened the nights Serena and Paige were murdered. Chad becomes the third wearer of the ring. "I didn't think I had a chance of getting the job." "[34] Though he suspects Mia and Nicole are hiding something, Deidrick explained that Chad is completely blindsided when he finds the specifics. Then, Chad told Charlotte DiMera (Autumn Gendron) and Thomas DiMera (Cary Christopher) about dating Stephanie. Chad is devastated when Lexie reveals she has cancer and Stefano is murdered. Stefan announced that the board named him as the new CEO of DiMera. Abby shouts at Chad and JJ to stop Ben, but they don't see him there. Stefan Octavius DiMera is a character from the soap opera Days of Our Lives, portrayed by Tyler Christopher from December 29, 2017 to October 2019. Chad said that he loved Abigail, but he needed her to be herself. As the preview plays out, Abigail's body fades away, leaving an empty bed. Deidrick tested opposite Taylor Spreitler, whom he had previously met through a mutual friend. The role was originated and played by Casey Deidrick from 2009 to 2014, when Flynn replaced him.[1]. "Melanie has become his family," Deidrick said. Chad briefly moves into the mansion until he is shot in August 2011 and moves out for his own good. As it turns out, Chad and Abigail weren't locked up with Marlena, but with Hattie Adams. Though the feelings were very "unexpected," Chad agrees to Melanie's wishes. Kate, however, knew she held Chads future in her hands by holding the key to Madelines secret-that Stefano was Chad's biological father. On the other hand, Chad's relationship with his new found father Stefano appears to be a bit more volatile. He called Abigail names, which angered Chad. On January 25; Chad runs into Gabi at the Horton square. Stefano DiMera may have made his first appearance on Days of Our Lives 40 years ago today, but it was actually 41 years ago that the legend of the Phoenix was born. Giddens said that while he wasn't a fan of their initial romance, "Abby and Chads scenes were fun, and made me wish I could see more". Chad evaded Andre and Hope by pinching a woman's butt, and making her think Andre did it. Melanie was able to get hold of Andrew's phone and call Chad. Chad still doesn't believe Andre, and leaves. Chad Michael DiMera is a character from the soap opera Days of Our Lives, and has appeared on its web series spin-off Days of Our Lives: The Digital Series. He tries to get Ben fired from his club by accusing him of stealing but Sonny disagrees with Chad. In June 3, 2015, Abigail cheats on Ben and sleeps with Chad. Andre gave Chad his favorite watch as wedding gift, and the brothers hugged in reconciliation. [13][14] Chad overhears Andrew's deathbed confession about Gabi's involvement in the kidnapping and confronts her. "Ben" even picks up Thomas and goes to leave orb him. [36] In October 2009, the character's name was revised to Chad Peterson Woods when D.A. Chad tends to him, calling for help. Andre finds Chad at Mandalay. Deidrick said he would be open to the potential pairing if the writers were to go in that direction. Additionally, Nick blackmailed Chad into singing a document that forbade Chad from testifying against Gabi's part in Melanie's kidnapping. They'll seize the ship quickly. Thomas wakes up and starts crying, and Chad asks Abby if she can be a mother for Thomas. Chad is the youngest son of Stefano DiMera and his former mistress Madeline Peterson-Woods. But, the man she was fighting with turned out to be Detective Bernardi, the man she would later shoot in defense of Rafe. While swimming, Chad hit his head on a rock. Chad reconnects with "T", Will (Guy Wilson), Sonny, and Abigail. [33] Despite coming across as a bad guy, there is much more complexity to him. According to Deidrick, the aftermath of his mother's death and his confrontation with Charles makes Chad a little "cuckoo crazy. Introduced by head writer Dena Higley and co-head writer Christopher Whitesell in 2009 as Chad Peterson, Chad is the troubled ex-boyfriend of Mia McCormick and father . Before Gabi could respond, Chad returned and told Abigail to stop, stressing that it isn't Gabi's fault. Chad feared Stefan was an impostor and wanted to destroy DiMera and then sell it off, so a DNA test was done that Stefan was a DiMera. As Madeline tried to explain, Chad walked away. But, rather than call the police, Gabi went searching for Andrew too. Chad clings on to the little bit of courage he has left hoping to work things out with Charles in the future. Chad refused to get her out, so Abigail screamed at him to get out and made the orderly escort him out. Abby hides out in the attic at Jennifer's, and is eventually discovered by JJ, who is happy to see his sister alive, and agrees to keep her secret. Abby continued to be haunted by Ben even on her honeymoon with Chad. Without hesitation, Abby lit Ben on fire. [18], The character of Chad's introduction would cause trouble for the romantic pairing of Will Horton (Dylan Patton) and Mia McCormick (Taylor Spreitler). The role was originated by Casey Deidrick on June 19, 2009.