All dates below refer to the original US broadcasts.
1. Season dates and episode numbers
| Date | Episode | |
|---|---|---|
| Season premiere | September 24, 2012 | #6413 — S26 E1 |
| Season finale | September 20, 2013 | #6662 — S26 E250 |
| Total | 250 episodes | #6413–#6662 |
These boundaries are confirmed by the programme’s official streaming archive. I could not retrieve the corresponding historical CBS or official YouTube boundary pages, so I am explicitly using the show’s own archive as the primary-source alternative. Its individual premiere page identifies September 24, 2012, and its final season page identifies September 20, 2013. The Bold and the Beautiful
2. Characters and actors
The list below covers the principal cast and identifiable recurring and guest characters, alphabetized by surname. Characters without an established surname appear separately. I cannot certify an exhaustive list of every one-episode role or unnamed performer from the available credits.
| Character | Actor |
|---|---|
| Maya Avant | portrayed by Karla Mosley |
| Justin Barber | portrayed by Aaron D. Spears |
| Dr. Caspary | portrayed by Jacqueline Hahn |
| Theresa Corazon | portrayed by Sandra Vergara |
| Pamela “Pam” Douglas | portrayed by Alley Mills |
| Father Fontana | portrayed by Luca Calvani |
| Bridget Forrester | portrayed by Ashley Jones |
| Eric Forrester | portrayed by John McCook |
| Felicia Forrester | portrayed by Lesli Kay |
| Kristen Forrester | portrayed by Tracy Melchior |
| Marcus Forrester | portrayed by Texas Battle |
| Rick Forrester | portrayed by Jacob Young |
| Steffy Forrester | portrayed by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood |
| Stephanie Forrester | portrayed by Susan Flannery |
| Thomas Forrester | portrayed by Adam Gregory |
| Thorne Forrester | portrayed by Winsor Harmon |
| Quinn Fuller | portrayed by Rena Sofer |
| Jesse Graves | portrayed by Ricky Paull Goldin |
| Taylor Hayes | portrayed by Hunter Tylo |
| Oliver Jones | portrayed by Zack Conroy |
| Dayzee Leigh, married name Forrester | portrayed by Kristolyn Lloyd |
| Brooke Logan | portrayed by Katherine Kelly Lang |
| Donna Logan | portrayed by Jennifer Gareis |
| Hope Logan | portrayed by Kim Matula |
| Katie Logan Spencer | portrayed by Heather Tom |
| Jake Maclaine | portrayed by Todd McKee |
| Jarrett Maxwell | portrayed by Andrew Collins |
| Dr. Meade | portrayed by Jon Hensley |
| Alison Montgomery | portrayed by Theodora of Greece |
| Deacon Sharpe | portrayed by Sean Kanan |
| Bill Spencer Jr. | portrayed by Don Diamont |
| Caroline Spencer | portrayed by Linsey Godfrey |
| Danielle Spencer | portrayed by Crystal Chappell |
| Karen Spencer | portrayed by Joanna Johnson |
| Liam Spencer | portrayed by Scott Clifton |
| William “Will” Spencer | portrayed by Caelan and Declan Warden, then Zane Alexander Achor |
| Anthony Wallace | portrayed by Rodney Saulsberry |
| Carter Walton | portrayed by Lawrence Saint-Victor |
The cast records identify the actors above, including the supporting medical, business and Spencer-family roles. Will’s infant casting changes during the period. Wikipedia
Characters credited without an established surname:
- Adele portrayed by Taja V. Simpson — Katie’s assistant.
- Othello portrayed by Othello R. Clark — DJ and Rick’s friend.
- Rafael portrayed by Andrés “Andy” Zuno — Caroline’s friend and a producer involved in Maya and Carter’s web series. Wikipedia
Important exclusions:
- Ridge Forrester portrayed by Ronn Moss: Moss’s final original appearance aired on September 14, 2012, before this season begins.
- Ridge Forrester portrayed by Thorsten Kaye: his arrival belongs to the following season.
- R.J. Forrester portrayed by Mace Coronel: the documented appearances begin on December 24, 2013, also in the following season.
- Aly Forrester portrayed by Ashlyn Pearce: her 2013 introduction likewise falls after this season’s September endpoint. en.wikipedia.org
3. Main storylines
Stephanie’s final farewell
Stephanie learns that her cancer has returned and chooses to spend her remaining time saying goodbye to those she loves. Her family organizes a celebration of her life, with Felicia and Kristen returning and Celtic Woman performing. The storyline culminates at Big Bear, where Stephanie dies in Brooke’s arms: a final reconciliation between the show’s two defining adversaries. Michael Fairman TV
Katie’s difficult transition to motherhood
Katie’s pregnancy ends in a dangerous delivery, complicated by her heart condition. Although she and her son survive, she develops postpartum depression and withdraws from Bill and Will. Her conviction that Brooke could take her place creates the circumstances in which Bill and Brooke become increasingly close. Taylor becomes involved in Katie’s treatment. The Bold and the Beautiful
Bill and Brooke’s affair divides the Logan sisters
Bill and Brooke’s attraction becomes a sexual relationship. Brooke becomes pregnant, subsequently miscarries and tries to conceal what happened. Taylor discovers the truth and exposes the betrayal at Brooke’s birthday celebration. Katie’s response extends beyond her marriage: her alliance with Karen threatens Bill’s control of Spencer Publications. The Bold and the Beautiful
Liam, Hope and Steffy: marriage, pregnancy and loss
Hope and Liam’s attempts to reunite are repeatedly disrupted. Steffy’s pregnancy changes Liam’s plans, and he marries her again in April 2013. Their happiness is shattered when she loses their baby following a motorcycle accident. Steffy eventually leaves for Paris, allowing Liam and Hope to move towards another reconciliation. Soap Opera Digest
Rick, Maya, Caroline and Carter
Maya arrives looking for the child she entrusted to Dayzee before going to prison. The search ends tragically when she learns that the child and adoptive family died in an accident. Maya subsequently falls for Rick. Caroline tries to recover him, while Carter develops feelings for Maya. A romantic web series places Maya and Carter together, serving Caroline’s interests as well as their acting ambitions. By September, Carter proposes to Maya. Wikipedia
Wyatt and Quinn reshape the Spencer family
Hope meets Wyatt Fuller, whose sword pendant prompts questions about his connection to Bill. Quinn ultimately reveals that Bill is Wyatt’s father. Wyatt enters the Spencer family and becomes Liam’s rival for Hope. His jewellery business with Quinn also becomes connected to Hope for the Future, ensuring that the brothers’ personal rivalry extends into their working lives. Wikipedia
The struggle for Forrester Creations
Ridge’s absence and Stephanie’s death leave a substantial vacuum. Rick and Thomas compete for authority, while Eric’s relationship with Taylor complicates the family’s loyalties. Fashion projects, romantic alliances and family influence remain closely intertwined. en.wikipedia.org
4. Recasts and SORAS
| Character | Change | Date/status |
|---|---|---|
| Will Spencer | Caelan and Declan Warden are succeeded by Zane Alexander Achor. | 2013, with sources placing the transition around April; the exact first broadcast remains insufficiently verified. |
| Major child-to-adult SORAS | None confirmed within these season boundaries. | Will remains an infant. |
The Will change is an infant recast, rather than a child being replaced by an adult performer. Fandom
R.J.’s recast with Mace Coronel and Aly’s introduction with Ashlyn Pearce should be recorded under Season 27, despite both occurring in calendar year 2013. TVmaze
5. Births
William “Will” Spencer — September 25–26, 2012
- Parents: Katie Logan Spencer and Bill Spencer Jr.
- Katie undergoes an emergency delivery, and both mother and baby survive.
- Date discrepancy: character histories commonly give September 25, 2012 as Will’s birth/first appearance, while the official archive’s synopsis explicitly describes his delivery in #6415, September 26, 2012. These references do not support presenting one date as wholly uncontested. Fandom
No other principal character’s live birth is confirmed for this season.
6. New characters
| Character | Actor | First appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Will Spencer | Caelan and Declan Warden | September 25, 2012, according to character histories; see the birth-date discrepancy above. |
| Maya Avant | Karla Mosley | January 22, 2013 |
| Carter Walton | Lawrence Saint-Victor | January 31, 2013 |
| Theresa Corazon | Sandra Vergara | May 9, 2013 |
| Jesse Graves | Ricky Paull Goldin | May 14, 2013 |
| Rafael | Andrés Zuno | June 20, 2013 |
| Wyatt Fuller / Spencer | Darin Brooks | June 21, 2013 |
| Quinn Fuller | Rena Sofer | July 12, 2013 |
Maya’s and Wyatt’s debuts are supported by retrospective industry coverage; the supporting-character records provide the other dates. Soap Opera Digest
7. Character departures
| Character | Date | Circumstances |
|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Forrester | November 26, 2012 | Dies from cancer. Susan Flannery subsequently appears in recorded messages broadcast on December 7 and 10, 2012. |
| Jesse Graves | May 16, 2013 | End of his brief storyline involving Maya and Bill’s interference. |
| Steffy Forrester | June 14, 2013 | Leaves for Paris following her miscarriage and the collapse of her marriage. |
| Taylor Hayes | July 3, 2013 | End of Hunter Tylo’s regular run at this point; Taylor later makes guest returns. |
| Theresa Corazon | July 5, 2013 | Last appearance recorded for the model. |
| Rafael | August 27, 2013 | End of his web-series storyline. |
Steffy’s departure is followed by brief appearances on July 11–12, 2013, so June 14 should not be treated as her final appearance of the season. Wikipedia
Marcus and Dayzee do not make their final appearances during Season 26: their last broadcasts fall in October and December 2013 respectively. en.wikipedia.org
8. Returns of former characters
- Felicia Forrester portrayed by Lesli Kay and Kristen Forrester portrayed by Tracy Melchior return in November 2012 for Stephanie’s farewell storyline. Their arrival is recorded in the November 8 episode summary, ahead of the celebration of Stephanie’s life. TV Episode Calendar
- Bridget Forrester portrayed by Ashley Jones makes guest appearances, including May 23, 2013, when Brooke brings Bridget, Rick and Eric together for dinner. Rotten Tomatoes
- Steffy Forrester portrayed by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood briefly reappears on July 11–12, 2013, after her June exit. soapcentral.com
9. Weddings
Liam Spencer and Steffy Forrester — April 22–23, 2013
Liam and Steffy marry for the second time at the Forrester mansion. The ceremony and its immediate celebrations span the April 22–23 broadcasts; contemporary coverage reports the marriage as completed by April 23. Soap Opera Digest
Other distinctions:
- Hope and Liam’s February 2013 wedding attempt does not result in a marriage. Steffy’s pregnancy announcement changes the outcome. Soap Opera Digest
- Carter and Maya become engaged in September 2013, but do not marry during this season. The Bold and the Beautiful
10. Deaths and pregnancy losses
| Character/event | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Forrester | November 26, 2012 | Dies from cancer at Big Bear with Brooke beside her. |
| Steffy and Liam’s unborn child | May 2013 | Steffy miscarries following a motorcycle accident. |
| Brooke and Bill’s unborn child | 2013, during the spring storyline | Brooke miscarries after becoming pregnant by Bill. |
| Maya’s child and the adoptive family | Deaths revealed during the early-2013 adoption storyline | Their fatal accident occurred off screen; the disclosure is not the date of death. |
Stephanie’s death is precisely documented. The pregnancy losses and the adoption tragedy are established, but I have not verified sufficiently reliable exact broadcast dates for each disclosure. en.wikipedia.org
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
B&B characters appearing in Y&R
| Character | Actor | Y&R broadcast dates | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Jones | portrayed by Zack Conroy | May 21 and May 31, 2013; September 20, 2013 | Oliver crosses over in his established role as a photographer. |
| Amber Moore | portrayed by Adrienne Frantz | September 3–4, 2013 | Returns to Genoa City for Katherine Chancellor’s memorial. |
CBS confirmed Oliver’s crossover beginning May 21; character records identify the subsequent May 31 and September 20 appearances. soapoperanetwork.com
Amber’s appearance requires a qualification: she originated on B&B and became a major Y&R character, but she is not appearing in B&B during Season 26. Her memorial visit belongs in the shared-character crossover history, rather than the season’s B&B cast list. en.wikipedia.org
Y&R characters appearing in B&B
No confirmed Y&R-character guest appearance was identified within September 24, 2012–September 20, 2013. Oliver’s visits and Amber’s memorial return are the cross-show appearances documented for this period.
