Days of Our Lives has officially installed a new writing team as part of the show’s ongoing long-term story development strategy, TV Insider can exclusively confirm.
Ryan Quan, most recently a breakdown writer at General Hospital, will join Jeanne Marie Ford as co-head writer beginning in July 2026. Current co-head writer Paula Cwikly will transition into a consultant role, continuing her longstanding relationship with the series.
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