Belle Black’s Salem Search: Who Will Win the Heart of ‘Days of Our Lives’ Star?
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Belle Black (Martha Madison) is officially back on the market, and “Days of Our Lives” fans are already speculating about who will capture the lawyer’s heart. Following a tumultuous breakup with EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), Belle is ready to move on, leaving viewers to wonder which Salem resident will be her next romantic interest.
The End of “Ejelle” and a Naughty List
The recent split between Belle and EJ was anything but amicable. According to sources, the relationship imploded after EJ, while defending his son Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman) in court, publicly revealed Belle’s involvement with him – a move that threatened her career. “He forced Johnny to admit that Belle was dating him,” a source explained, adding that Belle is now “done with EJ romantically, not just for now, but forever.”
The pair’s history is complex, with a previous, abruptly ended connection years prior coinciding with staffing changes at the show. Despite a recent rekindling and Belle’s admission of love for EJ while he was in a coma, his actions ultimately proved to be a dealbreaker. Even Belle’s sister, Sami Brady (Alison Sweeney), acknowledged that Belle dodged a bullet, though perhaps with a touch of jealousy.
A Second Chance with a Familiar Face?
With Belle dateless and Sami happily engaged, the question becomes: who’s next? All eyes are turning to Shawn-Douglas Brady (Brandon Beemer), recently returned to Salem after a trip to Europe. He was seen comforting Belle during a difficult time, as her mother, Dr. Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall), faces health challenges.
Many “Shell” shippers – fans of Belle and Shawn as a couple – are hoping for a reunion. Their past connection, forged through shared hardship – including supporting each other through their fathers’ respective health crises – remains strong. “Neither Shawn nor Belle have other love interests right now,” one observer noted, suggesting a clear path for a potential rekindling.
Swiping Right: Belle Enters the Salem Dating Scene
Adding another layer to the romantic possibilities, Belle has joined Salem’s local dating app. A surprising match quickly emerged: Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn). Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) even revamped Chad’s profile to attract more attention, leading to the unexpected connection. While unconventional, the pairing could offer Belle a “fresh thing,” especially as Chad navigates a messy custody battle and attempts to distance himself from a past relationship.
The Allure of the Mysterious Jeremy Horton
The dating app also introduced Belle to Jeremy Horton (Trevor Donovan), the newly returned fifth-grade teacher. Despite his charming exterior, questions linger about his true character, with some suspecting his involvement in recent criminal activity. However, Belle has a history of being drawn to “bad boys,” and Jeremy’s intriguing duality could prove irresistible. “He’s sexy as heck and he seems quite interesting, but he may be a bad boy on the inside,” one source commented.
Other Contenders in the Salem Dating Pool
The field of potential suitors doesn’t end there. Dr. Mark Greene (Jonah Robinson), a recent parolee, presents a risky but potentially alluring option. Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering), another of Sami’s exes, could spark Belle’s interest, though his past – and the lingering memory of his doppelganger, Arnold Feniger – might create complications. Past flames like Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) are currently unavailable, and while Xander Cook Kiriakis (Paul Telfer) is newly single, a romantic connection between them seems unlikely.
Ultimately, the future of Belle Black’s love life remains uncertain. While several intriguing possibilities exist, the path to happiness may be filled with unexpected twists and turns as “Days of Our Lives” continues to unfold.
