Chad Bids Farewell to Salem on 'Days of Our Lives'

Longtime character departs the town after visiting loved ones and Abigail's grave.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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In the latest 'Days of Our Lives' promo, Salem's couples get romantic for Valentine's Day, while Chad (played by Billy Flynn) says goodbye to his friends, family, and the town before departing, including a visit to his late wife Abigail's grave.

Why it matters

Chad's departure marks the end of Billy Flynn's run on the long-running soap opera, as the character leaves Salem for an undisclosed period of time. Fans will be sad to see the popular character go, as he has been a fixture in the town for many years.

The details

The promo shows various Salem couples, including Steve and Kayla, Paulina and Abe, Brady and Sarah, and Philip and Gabi, getting intimate and romantic for Valentine's Day. Meanwhile, Chad is seen saying goodbye to his loved ones, including a poignant visit to Abigail's grave, where he expresses that she will always be with him.

  • The 'Days of Our Lives' promo is for the week of February 16-20, 2026.

The players

Chad

A longtime character on 'Days of Our Lives' played by actor Billy Flynn, who is departing the show.

Abigail

Chad's late wife, who he visits at her grave as part of his farewell to Salem.

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What they’re saying

“She will always be with me.”

— Chad (Days of Our Lives* promo)

What’s next

Fans will have to tune in to see how Chad's departure from Salem plays out and whether he will return in the future.

The takeaway

Chad's farewell to Salem marks the end of a significant chapter for the long-running soap opera, as one of its most beloved characters departs the town, leaving behind a legacy of love, loss, and the enduring memory of his late wife Abigail.