[34], In July 2009, Chad was scripted as the son of Bill and Marsha Peterson. Chad urged Melanie to testify against Nick. "Or fall madly in love," Kate counters. and Kristen. Abigail's killer was eventually found and Salem's denizens put the homicide investigation to rest. E.J. Deidrick said that their real life romance helped with the portrayal of their "real" romance; "For Melanie and Chad, the backstory was already there." They worked together for some time, but they ended up dating as a result of their chemistry. You would think she would find comfort with Alex, but I think it would be . Both Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) and Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein) will suffer great losses in the wake of this tragedy. He claimed the audition as some of the . Chad briefly reunites with Abigail and exacts revenge on Gabi when he reveals at her wedding to Nick that Will is the father of her unborn child. But Chad is kind of left in limbo after Burnett's departure. Chad tells Abigail that he was just using her to get revenge on what happened with EJ, but the truth is he is still in love with her and wants to protect her from his father. [33] Mansi revealed in an interview that Chad "turns to her out of frustration from feeling the push and pull of wanting to be a part of the DiMera family but also not wanting to be a part of something that he feels is immoral. [52], In the meantime, Chad feels pressured to embrace his family. Through the bug, he learned of Abigail's inheritance in Ireland. Abigail told Ben she had to think about it. Chad also went to Kayla to get Abigail her job back at the hospital. Although still mourning for Grace, Chad became optimistic that he and Mia would reunite. When Billie Reed (Lisa Rinna) mistakenly assumes they are dating, Gabi begins scheming to win Chad's affections. Chad was upset when he learned the truth and decided to move on with his life, without Mia. Andrew was retrieved and brought to the hospital. Chad is shocked by Will's claim that Madeline and Kate once worked together as prostitutes. However, when the lab tech realized what had happened, he called Kayla to get the test back before she opened it. Steve Burton returning to soaps -- but which of his previous roles will he be reprising? When Abigail saw Chad and Melanie talking, Abigail knew that something was going on between them and was furious with both of them. However, he agrees to keep the secret to protect Melanie and warns Gabi to stay away from Melanie. [10], Now estranged from his father, Chad learns that he is Stefano DiMera's son. One day, Melanie met and talked with Nick, and the two made their peace. [39] Chad has no idea how to react to the DNA results. Madeline was upset when Chad said that he and his friends were going to study at the DiMera mansion. [20] On June 20, 2013, Deidrick confirmed his departure from the series through Twitter and posted a picture of his final script. Chad struggles to accept his new family but eventually forms strong bonds with his father, sister Lexie Carver and brother, EJ. She agrees to a date, but later backs out. Deidrick explained that Chad rejects Stefano based on instinct. She found him and Melanie first. [69] Though sad about Deidrick's departure, Nobles said the actor had a great "future ahead of him. She warned him not to upset Mia as she was truly in recovery. The time for revenge came when Chad overheard Gabi talking to her doctor about Nick not being the father of her baby. At the same time, Ben's father Clyde was busy trying to steal some of Stefano's territory. Charles felt Chad should spend the summer with them, and said they have to trust Chad. Chad factors into a romantic triangle between himself, Mia and her new boyfriend, Will Horton. She is known for getting what she wants via scheming. "[21] Fairman praised Deidrick for his portrayal of Chad's final scenes which aired on October 30, 2013. [18] Deidrick learned a few weeks later that he had won the role and signed the standard four-year contract. What Abigail didn't know was that Stefano had uncovered something about her. Prior to his arrival, sometime in 2008, Chad and Mia had had a sexual relationship which produced a daughter born on January 26, 2009 (whom Mia gave to Nicole Walker to raise and whom Nicole subsequently switched with Sami Brady's daughter thus Sami raised Mia's baby named Grace, while Nicole raised Sami's baby named Sydney). [19] Deidrick who is in a metal rock band viewed the character of Chad as a rock star and notes the similarities between the character and the genre of music. Y&R's Danny is back, and we got the scoop from Lauralee Bell on his and Christine's emotional reunion. So, she told Andrew to keep Melanie. He is also the grandson of Stefano DiMera and Madeline Peterson-Woods and the great-great grandson of Tom and Alice Horton . When Melanie learned that Nick would have to remain in Salem as a condition of his parole, Chad was horrified. Days of Our Lives spoilers indicate that Chad Dimera (Billy Flynn) will visit a gravely ill Kate Dimera (Lauren Koslow). On Mia's behalf, Nicole posed as her sponsor and had a conversation with Chad. Chad has yet to understand that, "You have to let things go," said Deidrick, a motto that he lives by in his personal life. Furious, Chad ran up the stairs of the pier to get away from her. to tell him that the surgery was a success, but to let Abigail know that he wouldn't be coming back to Salem. He rallies his in-laws after finding Abigail Deveraux (Marci Miller) left for dead. While they were never a couple in Salem, they were a couple in the real world. [36] In October 2009, the character's name was revised to Chad Peterson Woods when D.A. Which super sleuthing Salemites would you like to see join the organization!? Charles was angered by the fact that Chad would defend Rafe, and told him to for once think with his head instead of his, before Madeline cut him off. promised Chad that the time for revenge would come. [55] However it is Chad's lying that leads to their break. But, Abigail was not moved by his speech. [11] His sister Lexie Carver welcomes him with open arms and Chad even stands in as best man at his brother EJ DiMera's wedding with Nicole. After Chad and Serena drank most of a bottle of Scotch, Chad kissed Serena. He was happy for E.J. "[53] It is Lexie's passing and Stefano's presumed death that pushes Chad over the edge. [43] In June 2011, the duo ranked at #2 in the "Top Dream Couples" category on TV Guide Canada's "Soapgeist". On October 30, 2013, Stefano accompanies Chad to Boston for a surgery to repair damage from the bullet. Chad returned to Salem in fall 2014. The Young and the Restless' Michael Mealor is engaged! But, Stefano kept trying. What story would you like to see for her? Chad was a wreck with guilt and sadness, and it didn't help that Charles blamed him. Chad, Will, and Sonny decided to start a website together that covered sports at their school - SalemSportsFan.com. His friend Kinsey informed him that Mia was in rehab while he was away. In 2010, as Chad seeks an internship at DiMera Enterprises, he notices tension between Madeline and Will's grandmother, Kate Roberts (Lauren Koslow). Billy Flynn currently portrays the role, making his on-screen appearance on September 12, 2014. Days of our Lives weekly spoilers divulge Tripp Dalton's (Lucas Adams) return to Salem turns explosive. The first grandchild of the legendary supercouple Jack and Jennifer Deveraux and nephew of J.J. Deveraux. The character came to town on a mission from Vivian Alamain (Louise Sorel) to seduce Sonny Kiriakis (then Freddie Smith) and ruin his career as CEO of Titan Industries (via Soaps in Depth).The two began dating, and Leo even wormed his way into a job at Titan. ", "RATINGS: DAYS Nick & Gabi's Wedding Free-For-All Gives NBC Soap 2 Year High In Total Viewers! "[23] Jamey Giddens said "As much as I'm going to miss the tall, drink of DiMera, I can't say I blame Deidrick." He wanted to reconcile with her, but Mia immediately refused. Get that Alex is jealous too of Steph's needs, especially when she lost her mother. Addie was the oldest daughter of Tom . But, Sonny forgot that he'd shared the video with Adreinne, who did not like Sami, nor the fact that Sonny was dating Will. [62] Nelson Branco of TV Guide Canada refers to Deidrick's performance in May 2011 as "infectious. Melanie told Chad that they can't be together until Abigail forgave them. 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But she doesn't know that her mother is fighting for her life at the hospital. Chad and Abigail consummate their relationship only for Chad to get shot at EJ and Sami Brady's engagement party. [72] Greg Hernandez said it was Chad's friendship with Will and Sonny that endeared him to the character. Deidrick explained that Chad has dealt with just about everything since his introduction and those experiences have hardened him. As Madeline tried to explain, Chad walked away. She'd lost it for violating hospital conduct policy by sleeping with a board member. They kidnapped Chad and Melanie and held them hostage until Will and Sonny got the site back up. Chad immediately confronts Kate to get the truth. Chad and Gabi would find little peace thanks to a jealous Mia. ", "Greg In Hollywood chats with Casey Deidrick about leaving the role of Chad on "Days of Our Lives", "Days Of Our Lives Casting Spoilers: Billy Flynn Headed To DOOL - Cast As New Chad DiMera? Ben was thrilled. "[41], In the spring of 2011, Entertainment Weekly announced that the series had plans for a Gay storyline with one of the current characters. Casey Deidrick originally auditioned for the role of Tad in 2009. and Sami got engaged. But, Gabi warned Andrew that the police were coming. Ben did. Chad began dating Abigail Deveraux and enrolled in Salem University where he also worked on an online business venture with Will Horton and Sonny Kiriakis. [19] Chad is a "bad boy" with a "care free" spirit. He didn't want to burden Melanie with the news that Gabi betrayed her, but he told Gabi to move out of the country and leave them alone. [49], The relationship is continuously strained and matters are only made worse by Chad's growing closeness with Melanie Jonas (Molly Burnett). Chad told E.J. Days of our Lives spoilers hint that Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) can't believe his wife is gone. He immediately butted heads with her new boyfriend Ben, who also worked as a bartender at Chad's club. In 2012, Chad takes a dark turn when he feuds with Gabi Hernandez, blaming her for his failed engagement to Melanie. He focused on Abigail and his friends, Sonny, Will, Melanie, and Gabi. However on the day of the test, the lab tech got called out of the lab. Not wanting to take no for an answer, Chad transferred high schools as well as got a job at the Java Cafe so he could spend more time with Mia, despite her discomfort over the entire situation. After his surgery, he called E.J. Mansi revealed that Stefano and Kate would also interfere in the romance forcing Chad and Abigail to "fight for their relationship," which makes them stronger. [54], In August 2012, Chad sees rescuing the kidnapped Melanie as his "last chance for a normal life" after the deaths of Lexie and Stefano. [42] Despite fan speculation about a romance, Chad and Will develop a great friendship. [50] When Deidrick started dating his costar Molly Burnett, the duo discussed the possibility of being paired together onscreen. Charles was taken aback as Madeline had been the one to suggest they get Chad out of military school. Abigail then confided to Kayla that she didn't know who the father was. [33][43] In an interview with TV Source Magazine from 2011, Mansi compared Chad and Abigail's dynamic to Romeo and Juliet. [4] Despite Kinsey's claims that Mia is fresh out of rehab, Chad sees through her lies and starts digging until he is confronted by Mia's supposed sponsor, Nicole DiMera (Arianne Zucker). Still, Chad knew that Mia was lying about the rehab story, so he stayed close to her in hopes of overhearing something that would let him in on the truth. Of his character during the storyline, Deidrick described Chad as a "kid who doesn't know what to do and he's a fighting all these feelings." By August, Chad decided to up his plan to get Mia back. It is obvious that he has been through a lot. If Chad were to talk, Nick would turn Chad in for assault. Chad thought this meant that they could reconcile, but Abigail was upset with herself for cheating on Ben. According to Deidrick, the aftermath of his mother's death and his confrontation with Charles makes Chad a little "cuckoo crazy. DiMera. Mia lied and tried to assure him she was a recovering addict to ensure he didn't find out about the baby, but he still held his doubt. Their confrontation ends with Madeline falling down a flight of stairs. [17] Deidrick tested opposite Taylor Spreitler, whom he had previously met through a mutual friend. Chad provoked Ben several times, including giving Ben a bad credit reference when Ben was trying to lease an apartment. He is also forced to break up with Abigail. There was much speculation that Chandler Massey's Will Horton would be the character who turned out to be gay. 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."[73]. Will Reveals He Is The Baby Daddy! He promptly broke up with Mia. Stephanie's mother, Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans) is in very bad shape and Chad is still reeling from Abigail DiMera's (Marci Miller) murder and he knows she needs . Romantic triangle and family troubles (2012), Days of Our Lives: A Very Salem Christmas, "Soaps.com Exclusive Interview: DOOL's Casey Deidrick! Gabi has no idea about Melanie, so she thinks Chad's fair game." Chad and Jordan begin dating, but they soon break up. The character of EJ DiMera was first introduced to "Days of Our Lives" fans in 1997 when he was born to Susan Banks (then Eileen Davidson) and Stefano DiMera (Joseph Mascolo). 69 ] Though sad about Deidrick 's performance in May 2011 as `` flabbergasted '' and wants to away. [ 10 ], in July 2009, the character 's name revised... 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