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Wes Ramsey Returns to 'Days of Our Lives' Cast
The actor reflects on reuniting with new and former co-stars as his character Owen Kent makes a comeback.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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Actor Wes Ramsey is reprising his role as Owen Kent on the long-running soap opera Days of Our Lives, beginning February 27, 2026. In an interview, Ramsey discussed his experience working with both veteran and newer cast members, including Abigail Klein and Robert Scott Wilson, and shared his excitement about returning to the show after a 16-year absence.
Why it matters
Ramsey's return to Days of Our Lives is significant as the show continues to evolve and bring back familiar faces to keep longtime fans engaged, while also introducing new characters and storylines to attract a younger audience.
The details
Ramsey's character Owen Kent was last seen on Days of Our Lives in 2009. His return comes as the show explores a new storyline involving Stephanie Johnson, played by Abigail Klein, who is dealing with a stalker and the reappearance of her abusive ex-boyfriend, Jeremy Horton. Ramsey shared that he enjoyed working with Klein and Robert Scott Wilson, who plays Stephanie's fiancé, Alex Kirakis, and that the three actors had a lot of fun and chemistry on set.
- Wes Ramsey returns as Owen Kent on Days of Our Lives on February 27, 2026.
- Stephanie Johnson's stalker storyline began in late 2025 and escalated in February 2026 when she was kidnapped.
The players
Wes Ramsey
An American actor who is reprising his role as Owen Kent on the long-running soap opera Days of Our Lives.
Abigail Klein
An American actress who plays the role of Stephanie Johnson, a published author dealing with a stalker, on Days of Our Lives.
Robert Scott Wilson
An American actor who plays the role of Alex Kirakis, Stephanie Johnson's fiancé, on Days of Our Lives.
What they’re saying
“Abigail and I got along really well, and she's wonderful, a real pro.”
— Wes Ramsey (TV Insider)
“We really let ourselves go there and had a ball.”
— Wes Ramsey (TV Insider)
“Robert Scott Wilson and I got to work together, too, and he's a great guy and a wonderful actor. He and I really got to step up to the plate together and had so much fun.”
— Wes Ramsey (TV Insider)
What’s next
Fans will have to tune in to see how Owen Kent's return to Salem and his potential connection to Stephanie's kidnapping will unfold.
The takeaway
Wes Ramsey's return to Days of Our Lives is a testament to the show's ability to bring back beloved characters and integrate them with a new generation of cast members, keeping the long-running soap opera fresh and engaging for both longtime and new viewers.
