However, before that, Julie’s life was filled with drama and shocking plot twists.
Julie’s love life was the center of many storylines over the years (viaSoap Central).
Julie had flings with Don Craig, Victor Kiriakis, Kurt Randall, and Chip Lakin, among others.

She was also married to Robert Anderson and Scott Banning before settling down with Doug.
Fortunately, her family comforted her and offered love and support.
Soon after, Eli headed into town to confront his mother, Valerie Grant (Vanessa A. Williams).

Eli had been raised by Valerie away from Salem and was told that Terrence Grant was his father.
Sadly, Eli never got the chance to meet David prior to his death.
Eli and Julie grew very close, and their relationship began to bloom.

Eventually,Eli fell in love with Lani Price(Sal Stowers).
The two welcomed a son whom they named David Abraham after both of their fathers.
Sadly,their baby died at birth.
Years later, Lani gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl.
The couple also gave these children very special names.