Jeremy Horton Returns to Days of Our Lives as Michael Roark Joins the Cast

Salem just got a whole lot more complicated. Days of Our Lives has officially welcomed back one of its most controversial legacies, and yes, he’s bringing the baggage. Jeremy Horton is back on the scene, and this time he’s being played by none other than daytime heartthrob Michael Roark. For fans who remember the character’s chaotic stint in 2007, let’s just say… buckle up.

Jeremy Horton, son of Mike Horton and Robin Jacobs, once crashed into Salem with a mix of charm, manipulation, and illegal side hustles. His past storylines involved counterfeit schemes, shady business deals, and a deeply problematic relationship with Stephanie Johnson. Needless to say, he didn’t exactly leave town with a hero’s send-off.

Fast-forward to October 2025, and Jeremy has resurfaced in Salem, freshly recast and perhaps freshly rebranded. Michael Roark’s debut already has tongues wagging, and not just because of his leading-man looks. Known for his roles in The Young and the Restless and Rizzoli and Isles, Roark brings a magnetic intensity to the character that has longtime viewers speculating whether Jeremy is truly back to make amends or to stir up more trouble.

Roark’s return comes at a time when Days of Our Lives is shaking things up across the board. With legacy families taking center stage and old wounds being reopened, the return of a Horton with a checkered past is nothing short of delicious. His reappearance is already complicating things for Stephanie, who hasn’t forgotten their toxic history, and it’s clear the writers aren’t afraid to dig into some messy drama.

So is Jeremy Horton back for redemption or revenge? Either way, it looks like Salem is about to get messier, and honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Stay tuned as this is one Horton comeback you won’t want to miss.