‘DAYS’ Newbie Dan Feuerriegel on if E.J. DiMera Is More Villain or Good Guy (VIDEO)
It’s no easy feat to step into a role of a beloved character on any show but when we’re talking about daytime dramas, where the diehard fans are not only passionate but protective, calling it a challenge is an understatement. Thankfully, Australian actor Dan Feuerriegel (best known for the Starz series Spartacus) is up to the task, as he made his debut as E. J. DiMera on last Wednesday’s episode of NBC’s Days of Our Lives.
Though fan favorite Brit James Scott vacated the role when he left the sudser in 2014, the character has still been mentioned off and on over the years so it was not a huge surprise when Days decided to finally bring the character back. And he couldn’t come back at a more interesting time as E.J.’s wife, Sami (Alison Sweeney) has been back in Salem for a while. She also recently slept with her ex, Lucas (Bryan Dattilo), who has now proclaimed his love for her and says they need to be back together.
TV Insider recently talked to Feuerriegel, who explained how long it will be for E.J. to start figuring out what’s gone on between Sami and Lucas. “It takes kind of a little while but I can’t go into too much about what happens but let’s just say a love triangle does occur,” he says with a laugh.
And while he says E.J. and Sami aren’t necessarily on shaky ground in their marriage, “they have a lot to process.” Time will tell whether the couple can get back on track or if Sami’s feelings for Lucas push her in another direction. Check out our video chat above for more.
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Perhaps I may be in the minority . . . BUT . . . I do NOT like this new recast of EJ DiMera. James Scott is the only actor who can portray EJ. This actor, while he may be a fine actor, just doesn't cut it. I don't like his demeanor, his voice, his lack of chemistry with Alison Sweeney "Sami" and just don't like him. The character should never have been recast. Sami and Lucas have great chemistry . . . pure magic!!!
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I completely agree. Like you said, he may be a fine actor, but he doesn’t cut it for this role. No chemistry at all.
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I don’t like the recast. James Scott was so handsome. New EJ, not so much.
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the new EJ seems to have a stick up his butt. James Scott always seemed so relaxed and comfortable as EJ. I think if they had to re-cast they could have done a better job.
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Do not like the new Ej DiMera. Now that Lucifer is done why not hire Tom Ellis. He would be a perfect Ej.
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aulaHe should look a little more like Spartacus,he played, darken his hair a little more , he is a DiMera. He will take some getting use to, but EJ did have to come back. I don't want Sami back with Lucas. Also maybe a little more of his accent🤔
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The original EJ is an impossible person to replace because he was charming, charismatic, gorgeous, had amazing chemistry with Sami and was like able when he was good or bad.
It seems the new guy only fits the bill by being tall. He’s Australian not English, isn’t likable, average looking, and must importantly has zero chemistry with Sami.
They needed someone like a Xander to be EJ. He’s no James Scott but he has his own compelling brand of English charm, good looks, humor, and likeability.
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They should have done a MUCH better job! It’s July, 2023 and I STILL CANNOT stand the new EJ! I totally agree with your remarks.
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