‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: Stefano Recast or Did Joseph Mascolo Film Additional Scenes Before His Death?

‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: Stefano Recast or Did Joseph Mascolo Film Additional Scenes Before His Death?

Days of Our Lives (DOOL) spoilers tease that the hunt for Stefano (Joseph Mascolo) will soon be underway. Shane (Charles Shaughnessy) just returned with news that could affect Hope’s (Kristian Alfonso) future. He provided a grainy photo and mentioned some reports that certainly sounded like the DiMera patriarch.

The suspect is said to love chess, opera and Stefano’s favorite drink. Shane is convinced that this could be the solution to Hope’s problems. After the body is exhumed, Rafe (Galen Gering) will confirm that someone else is buried in that grave. He’ll discover that truly Stefano duped them all.

‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: Stefano Recast or Did Joseph Mascolo Film Additional Scenes Before His Death?

Days of Our Lives tapes nearly six months in advance, which means Joseph Mascolo may have filmed additional scenes before his death. Many DOOL fans were disappointed with the way Stefano went out. It was an exciting exit, but it wasn’t quite how we all expected Stefano to go. The idea of Stefano being so weak just wasn’t in character.

The fact that Stefano goaded Hope into killing him made it a little better, but it was still tough to see him gunned down like that. Perhaps Days realized they made a mistake and decided to correct it. Mascolo’s health was declining, but he might have been able to come in for a few onscreen moments.

‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: Stefano Recast or Did Joseph Mascolo Film Additional Scenes Before His Death?

It’s also possible that a recast was brought in, but that would kind of be a slap in the face to Mascolo’s legacy with the NBC soap. If they had to bring in someone new, they probably should’ve left this storyline alone. After all, they were already working the goading angle until they dropped it for the faked death plot. Hope’s release could’ve been secured with a legal strategy.

Whatever the case, Days spoilers say Rafe, Steve (Stephen Nichols) and Paul (Christopher Sean) will go on a trip to Prague. Some new Stefano sightings will make them believe he’s in the area. Marlena (Deidre Hall) will suggest that she should come along, too. Steve and Rafe won’t be sure that’s the best plan, but Marlena will contend that she could be used as bait.

‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: Stefano Recast or Did Joseph Mascolo Film Additional Scenes Before His Death?

Days of Our Lives spoilers state that Marlena will indeed join them on their journey. Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) and Sonny (Freddie Smith) will head over later. Of course, there’s always a chance that they won’t catch their target. Stefano could eventually give them the slip and just remain out there somewhere. That would arguably be the most fitting exit.

Still, there might be a showdown or two before Stefano fades into the sunset. Maybe they’ll be able to prove Stefano is alive and get Hope off the hook before he bolts again. We’ll give you updates as more details emerge. Stay tuned to DOOL and don’t forget to check CDL often for the latest Days of Our Lives spoilers, updates and news. Come and join in the LIVE discussion on our Facebook Page.