1. Season Overview
The 37th season of The Bold and the Beautiful (B&B) covers the 2023–2024 broadcast year of the CBS daytime drama created by William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell.
- Season premiere: September 21, 2023.
- Season finale: September 20, 2024.
- Network: CBS.
- Production company: Bell-Phillip Television Productions.
- Executive producer and head writer: Bradley P. Bell.
- Setting: Los Angeles, California.
- Major milestone: The series celebrated its 37th anniversary on March 23, 2024.
- Season 38 premiere: September 23, 2024.
Season 37 was dominated by Eric Forrester’s life-threatening medical crisis, the complicated relationship between Hope Logan and Thomas Forrester, Sheila Carter’s apparent murder and subsequent return, and the emergence of Luna Nozawa as one of the show’s most important younger characters.
Other major developments included the introduction of Poppy Nozawa, the return of Ivy Forrester, the arrival of Will Spencer as a young adult, and the transformation of Luna from an apparently innocent fashion intern into a dangerous antagonist.
The season also featured a major crossover with The Young and the Restless, as Lauren Fenmore Baldwin and Esther Valentine visited Los Angeles for a Forrester Creations fashion event.
Important archival correction: Season 37 ended on September 13, 2024
The official production archive establishes the following dates:
| Detail | Verified information |
|---|---|
| Season premiere | September 21, 2023 |
| Season finale | September 13, 2024 |
| Number of episodes | 250 |
| First episode | Episode 9110 |
| Final episode | Episode 9359 |
| Network | CBS |
The September 20 date given above is incorrect. The official archive identifies September 13, 2024, as Season 37, Episode 250. The season premiere and finale are both confirmed by the production’s own episode catalogue. The Bold and the Beautiful
Primary source: The Bold and the Beautiful — Official Season 37 Archive
The following sections use the verified broadcast period of September 21, 2023–September 13, 2024.
2. Characters and Cast
The following directory is arranged alphabetically by character surname, including significant recurring characters, returning performers, and children.
For characters with multiple surnames, the name most commonly used during Season 37 is preferred. Characters introduced during Season 36 but continuing into Season 37 are included.
Scope: This is an extensive cast directory, but not a certified list of every credited performer across all 250 episodes. In particular, some infant and minor guest credits remain difficult to establish.
A
- April — portrayed by Jamison Belushi
- Dr. John “Finn” Finnegan — portrayed by Tanner Novlan
B
- Lieutenant Bradley Baker — portrayed by Dan Martin
- Justin Barber — portrayed by Aaron D. Spears
- Paris Buckingham — portrayed by Diamond White
C
- Sheila Carter — portrayed by Kimberlin Brown
- Carter Walton — portrayed by Lawrence Saint-Victor
D
- Pamela Douglas — portrayed by Alley Mills
- Donna Logan — portrayed by Jennifer Gareis
F
- Beth Spencer — portrayed by child performers whose individual Season 37 credits have not been conclusively verified
- Bridget Forrester — portrayed by Ashley Jones
- Douglas Forrester — portrayed by Henry Joseph Samiri
- Eric Forrester — portrayed by John McCook
- Hayes Finnegan — portrayed by young child performers whose individual credits have not been conclusively verified
- Ivy Forrester — portrayed by Ashleigh Brewer
- Kelly Spencer — portrayed by Sophia Paras McKinlay
- Ridge Forrester — portrayed by Thorsten Kaye
- Ridge “RJ” Forrester Jr. — portrayed by Joshua Hoffman
- Steffy Forrester Finnegan — portrayed by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
- Thomas Forrester — portrayed by Matthew Atkinson
- Zende Forrester Dominguez — portrayed by Delon de Metz
H
- Dr. Taylor Hayes — portrayed by Krista Allen (early-season appearances, where applicable) and Rebecca Budig
- Hollis — portrayed by Hollis W. Chambers
L
- Brooke Logan — portrayed by Katherine Kelly Lang
- Hope Logan — portrayed by Annika Noelle
- Katie Logan — portrayed by Heather Tom
N
- Luna Nozawa — portrayed by Lisa Yamada
- Penelope “Poppy” Nozawa — portrayed by Romy Park
S
- Deacon Sharpe — portrayed by Sean Kanan
- Liam Spencer — portrayed by Scott Clifton
- Bill Spencer Jr. — portrayed by Don Diamont
- Will Spencer — portrayed by Crew Morrow
- Wyatt Spencer — portrayed by Darin Brooks
T
- Tom Starr — portrayed by Clint Howard
V
- Countess von Frankfurt — portrayed by Marie Osmond
W
- Charlie Webber — portrayed by Dick Christie
- Janet Webber / “Sugar” — portrayed by Kimberlin Brown
Additional crossover and guest characters
- Danny Romalotti — portrayed by Michael Damian
- Esther Valentine — portrayed by Kate Linder
- Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
- Lucy — portrayed by Linda Purl (not a confirmed Season 37 appearance)
- Captain Deuce Stevens — portrayed by Tom Arnold
- Clint Howard’s character Tom Starr — portrayed by Clint Howard (also listed above)
Casting observations
Several particularly important performers joined or returned during the season:
Rebecca Budig replaced Krista Allen as Taylor Hayes, making her first appearance on August 6, 2024.
Crew Morrow replaced Finnegan George as Will Spencer, making his debut on August 1, 2024. This was the season’s most significant SORAS.
Romy Park joined as Poppy Nozawa, Luna’s mother.
Clint Howard joined as Tom Starr, a homeless man who helped Deacon Sharpe locate Sheila Carter.
Ashleigh Brewer returned as Ivy Forrester in April 2024.
The casting of Rebecca Budig is confirmed by TVLine, while Crew Morrow’s debut and the returns of Thomas, Douglas and Paris are documented by Soap Hub. TVLine
3. Main Storylines
3.1. Eric Forrester’s Fashion Showdown and Medical Crisis
One of Season 37’s most significant storylines centered on Eric Forrester’s declining health.
Eric became increasingly frustrated with Ridge, believing that his son was attempting to push him out of the fashion business he had founded.
Determined to prove that he remained a talented designer, Eric challenged Ridge to a fashion competition.
RJ secretly assisted his grandfather in designing a new collection.
However, Eric began experiencing serious health problems, including tremors and coughing up blood.
Donna and Katie eventually learned that his condition was potentially terminal.
Despite his illness, Eric insisted on continuing with the fashion showdown.
The competition took place in October 2023, with several prominent guests attending, including Lauren Fenmore and Esther Valentine from The Young and the Restless.
Although Ridge’s collection achieved greater commercial success, he allowed Eric to believe he had won.
Eric’s health deteriorated further, culminating in a medical emergency during a celebration at the Forrester mansion in December 2023.
Finn proposed an experimental treatment that offered Eric a chance of survival.
The procedure succeeded, and Eric gradually recovered.
The storyline explored aging, family loyalty, professional identity and the fear of losing one’s independence.
3.2. Eric Forrester and Donna Logan Reunite in Marriage
Following Eric’s recovery, he decided to celebrate life and his relationship with Donna Logan.
Donna had remained devoted to him throughout his illness.
In February 2024, Eric surprised Donna by proposing marriage during a family gathering.
The couple married at the Forrester mansion on February 8, 2024.
Their wedding marked a reconciliation between two characters whose romantic history extended back many years.
The ceremony was attended by members of the Forrester and Logan families.
It was one of the season’s principal happy occasions, following months of medical uncertainty. TV Insider
3.3. Sheila Carter’s Apparent Death
Sheila Carter continued to create conflict between Finn and Steffy.
Steffy remained determined to protect her family from Sheila, whom she considered an ongoing threat.
In February 2024, a mysterious woman entered Steffy’s home at night.
Steffy believed the intruder was Sheila.
A violent confrontation followed, and Steffy stabbed the woman in self-defense.
The intruder died.
The police identified the body as Sheila Carter, apparently bringing an end to the character’s decades-long history of violence.
Finn was devastated by the apparent death of his biological mother.
Steffy, meanwhile, struggled with the psychological consequences of having killed someone.
However, Sheila’s death was not what it appeared to be.
3.4. The Mystery of Sugar and Sheila’s Return
Deacon Sharpe refused to accept Sheila’s death.
During the cremation, he noticed that the body had ten toes.
Sheila had previously lost a toe, leading Deacon to suspect that the deceased woman was someone else.
His investigation uncovered the existence of Janet Webber, known as Sugar.
Sugar had undergone plastic surgery to resemble Sheila.
Lauren Fenmore helped Deacon understand the history between Sheila and Sugar.
Deacon eventually enlisted Finn’s assistance.
On April 30, 2024, the two men discovered Sheila alive, chained in an abandoned warehouse.
Sheila had been kidnapped by Sugar, who intended to impersonate her and murder Steffy.
Instead, Steffy had killed Sugar, believing she was Sheila.
Sheila’s survival created another crisis in Finn and Steffy’s marriage.
Finn felt grateful that his biological mother was alive, while Steffy remained convinced that Sheila was dangerous.
The official archive confirms Sheila’s discovery on April 30, 2024. The Bold and the Beautiful
3.5. Deacon Sharpe and Sheila Carter Marry
Following Sheila’s rescue, Deacon proposed marriage.
Despite opposition from Brooke, Steffy and other members of the Forrester family, the couple decided to marry.
Their wedding took place at Il Giardino in May 2024.
Hope attended to support her father, despite her reservations about Sheila.
Tom Starr, the homeless man who had helped locate Sheila, officiated the ceremony.
Finn unexpectedly arrived while collecting pizza and witnessed part of the wedding.
The ceremony concluded on May 24, 2024, when Deacon and Sheila exchanged vows and rings.
The marriage created further tension between Finn and Steffy. Soap Hub
3.6. Hope Logan and Thomas Forrester’s Relationship Ends
Hope and Thomas continued their romantic relationship following the collapse of Hope’s marriage to Liam.
Thomas hoped that their relationship would lead to marriage.
He proposed to Hope, but she was not ready to commit.
Although Hope cared deeply for Thomas, she remained uncertain about marrying him.
Thomas eventually concluded that their relationship could not continue under those circumstances.
In March 2024, he left Los Angeles with Douglas and moved to Paris.
Hope was devastated.
Thomas returned in June 2024, accompanied by Paris Buckingham.
He announced that he and Paris were engaged.
The revelation shocked Hope, who struggled to accept that Thomas had moved on.
The storyline also affected Douglas, who had previously hoped that Hope and Thomas would become a family.
3.7. Hope Logan Develops Feelings for Finn
Following Thomas’s departure, Hope began developing romantic feelings for Finn.
Finn offered emotional support during her difficult separation from Thomas.
He also helped Hope with medical concerns.
Their friendship gradually became more intimate.
Steffy grew increasingly suspicious of Hope’s intentions.
The situation reached a turning point in August 2024, when Hope kissed Finn during a celebration at the Forrester mansion.
Finn immediately rejected the kiss and informed Steffy.
Steffy was furious and demanded that Hope stay away from her husband.
The incident reignited the longstanding rivalry between the Logan and Forrester families.
By the end of Season 37, Hope’s position at Forrester Creations was increasingly threatened.
3.8. Luna Nozawa and RJ Forrester’s Romance
Luna continued working at Forrester Creations, where she developed a romantic relationship with RJ.
Their relationship initially appeared innocent and affectionate.
However, tensions emerged when Zende Forrester became attracted to Luna.
During a party, Luna accidentally consumed Poppy’s drug-laced mints.
Disoriented, she ended up in Zende’s bed, believing he was RJ.
The incident created a major crisis.
Luna was devastated when she realized what had happened.
Zende maintained that he had not understood her impaired state.
When RJ learned the truth, he felt betrayed.
The storyline explored consent, intoxication, trust and the consequences of deception.
Luna and RJ eventually attempted to repair their relationship.
However, Luna’s subsequent actions revealed that she was hiding a much darker personality.
3.9. Poppy Nozawa and Bill Spencer’s Relationship
Penelope “Poppy” Nozawa arrived in Los Angeles and reconnected with Bill Spencer.
The two had previously met at a music festival years earlier.
Their relationship became romantic.
Poppy’s daughter, Luna, began wondering whether Bill might be her biological father.
A paternity test initially appeared to confirm that Bill was Luna’s father.
Bill welcomed Luna into his family.
Poppy and Luna moved into the Spencer mansion.
However, Katie Logan became suspicious of Poppy’s past and her relationship with Bill.
The situation became increasingly complicated when two men connected to Poppy died under mysterious circumstances.
A second paternity test eventually established that Bill was not Luna’s biological father.
The original result had been falsified.
3.10. The Murders of Tom Starr and Hollis
Tom Starr had helped Deacon and Finn rescue Sheila.
He subsequently began working at Il Giardino.
Tom also shared a mysterious history with Poppy Nozawa.
He believed that he might be Luna’s biological father.
In June 2024, Tom performed at Il Giardino.
During the event, he consumed a drink that had been poisoned.
He collapsed and died.
His death was initially treated as a possible drug overdose.
Shortly afterward, Hollis, another Il Giardino employee, discovered evidence connected to Tom’s death.
Hollis was also poisoned and died.
The two deaths created a murder mystery involving Sheila, Poppy and Luna.
Katie became convinced that Poppy was responsible.
Poppy was eventually arrested.
However, the real killer was someone entirely unexpected.
3.11. Luna Nozawa Is Revealed as a Murderer
In August 2024, Luna’s behavior became increasingly disturbing.
She unexpectedly kissed Bill Spencer, despite believing that he might be her father.
Bill was shocked and rejected her advances.
Meanwhile, Steffy began suspecting that Luna was concealing important information.
Steffy confronted Luna at her apartment.
Luna drugged Steffy and imprisoned her in a cage.
She then revealed that she had murdered Tom Starr and Hollis.
Luna had also manipulated the paternity test to make Bill believe he was her father.
Her objective was to secure a wealthy and powerful family connection.
As the apartment building was scheduled for demolition, Luna intended to leave Steffy trapped inside.
Finn eventually realized that Steffy was in danger.
He found her on September 5, 2024, and rescued her.
Li Finnegan confronted Luna, who was subsequently arrested.
The storyline transformed Luna from a sympathetic young woman into one of the show’s most dangerous antagonists. Originals for Paramount+
3.12. Will Spencer Returns as a Young Adult
Will Spencer returned to Los Angeles on August 1, 2024.
The character had previously appeared as a child.
Now portrayed by Crew Morrow, Will had been significantly aged.
His return complicated Bill’s relationship with Poppy and Luna.
Will was uncomfortable discovering that his father had established a new family.
He remained close to Katie and hoped that his parents might reconcile.
Following Luna’s arrest, Will became increasingly determined to reunite Bill and Katie.
His return established a new generation of Spencer family storylines.
3.13. Taylor Hayes Returns to Los Angeles
Taylor Hayes returned in August 2024, now portrayed by Rebecca Budig.
She was first seen in Monte Carlo, observing Ridge and Brooke.
Taylor subsequently returned to Los Angeles and reconnected with Steffy.
She expressed concern about Hope’s growing attraction to Finn.
Her return reignited tensions with Brooke.
Taylor also appeared to be concealing a serious personal problem, which became more important during Season 38.
3.14. Brooke Logan Revives Brooke’s Bedroom
Brooke returned to the spotlight at Forrester Creations.
Ridge encouraged her to revive the successful Brooke’s Bedroom lingerie collection.
Brooke agreed to model for the campaign.
The relaunch became a major international event.
In August 2024, Brooke and Ridge traveled to Monte Carlo to promote the collection.
The campaign was accompanied by a special appearance by Danny Romalotti, portrayed by Michael Damian, who performed music for the event.
The storyline celebrated Brooke’s history as one of the company’s most recognizable faces.
3.15. Hope for the Future Faces Cancellation
Hope’s fashion line experienced increasing difficulties.
Following Thomas’s departure, the collection struggled creatively and commercially.
Steffy became increasingly critical of Hope’s management.
The tension between the two women intensified after Hope kissed Finn.
By September 2024, Steffy was considering ending the Hope for the Future line.
Carter Walton and Eric Forrester became involved in discussions about the collection’s future.
The conflict formed an important bridge into Season 38.
4. Recasts and SORAS
Will Spencer — Crew Morrow
First appearance: August 1, 2024.
- Previous actor: Finnegan George.
- New actor: Crew Morrow.
- Character: Will Spencer, son of Bill Spencer and Katie Logan.
- Classification: Major SORAS.
Will had last been seen as a young child.
Crew Morrow’s casting reintroduced him as a young adult.
The recast allowed the character to participate in more mature family and romantic storylines.
Crew Morrow is the real-life son of Joshua Morrow, who portrays Nick Newman on The Young and the Restless. This family connection does not make Will’s casting a crossover.
Taylor Hayes — Rebecca Budig
First appearance: August 6, 2024.
- Previous actor: Krista Allen.
- New actor: Rebecca Budig.
- Character: Dr. Taylor Hayes.
- Classification: Adult recast, not SORAS.
Rebecca Budig became the third major actress to portray Taylor Hayes, following Hunter Tylo and Krista Allen.
Her debut occurred during the Monte Carlo storyline. TVLine
Douglas Forrester — Henry Joseph Samiri
Douglas continued to be portrayed by Henry Joseph Samiri.
He returned with Thomas in June 2024.
Classification: No Season 37 recast or major SORAS.
Kelly Spencer — Sophia Paras McKinlay
Sophia Paras McKinlay continued portraying Kelly.
Classification: No major Season 37 recast.
Hayes Finnegan
Hayes continued appearing as a young child.
The individual performers responsible for every Season 37 appearance have not been conclusively established.
Classification: No major confirmed SORAS.
Recast Summary
| Character | Previous actor | New actor | Debut | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Spencer | Finnegan George | Crew Morrow | August 1, 2024 | Major SORAS |
| Taylor Hayes | Krista Allen | Rebecca Budig | August 6, 2024 | Adult recast |
5. Births
No major on-screen birth of a child belonging to the principal families has been verified during Season 37.
The season focused on existing family relationships, particularly Luna’s search for her biological father.
| Child | Parents | Status during Season 37 |
|---|---|---|
| Beth Spencer | Hope Logan and Liam Spencer | Existing child |
| Douglas Forrester | Thomas Forrester and Caroline Spencer | Existing child |
| Hayes Finnegan | Steffy Forrester and Finn Finnegan | Existing child |
| Kelly Spencer | Steffy Forrester and Liam Spencer | Existing child |
| Will Spencer | Bill Spencer and Katie Logan | Existing child, recast and aged |
Luna’s paternity mystery should not be classified as a birth.
6. New Characters
Penelope “Poppy” Nozawa — Romy Park
Debut: November 2023.
Poppy was introduced as Luna Nozawa’s mother and Li Finnegan’s sister.
Her mysterious past and relationship with Bill Spencer became central to the season.
Tom Starr — Clint Howard
Debut: April 2024.
Tom was introduced as a homeless man who helped Deacon Sharpe locate Sheila Carter.
He later worked at Il Giardino.
His connection to Poppy and Luna became central to the murder mystery.
Tom was killed in June 2024.
April — Jamison Belushi
Debut: July 15, 2024.
April was introduced as a laboratory technician.
She appeared in scenes involving Finn and Li.
Her role was connected to the investigation into the suspicious deaths at Il Giardino. Soap Hub
Countess von Frankfurt — Marie Osmond
Debut: October 25, 2023.
Marie Osmond appeared as a wealthy fashion enthusiast attending the Forrester Creations fashion showdown.
The character was introduced as a special guest during the Eric–Ridge competition.
Captain Deuce Stevens — Tom Arnold
Debut: July 2024.
Tom Arnold appeared as Captain Deuce Stevens, a pilot involved in the Monte Carlo storyline.
Janet Webber / Sugar — Kimberlin Brown
Sugar was not a completely new character.
She had previously appeared in the shared Y&R/B&B universe.
However, she became central to Season 37 when it was revealed that she had impersonated Sheila Carter.
Classification: Returning historical character, not a new creation.
7. Character Departures
Thomas Forrester — Matthew Atkinson
Temporary departure: March 2024.
Thomas left Los Angeles with Douglas after Hope rejected his marriage proposal.
He returned in June 2024, accompanied by Paris Buckingham.
Classification: Temporary departure.
Wyatt Spencer — Darin Brooks
Departure announced: October 2023.
Wyatt’s appearances had become increasingly infrequent.
Darin Brooks confirmed his departure from the series in October 2023.
Classification: Departure from the regular cast.
Krista Allen — Taylor Hayes
Departure: 2023.
Krista Allen left the series after her contract was not renewed.
Taylor subsequently returned in August 2024, portrayed by Rebecca Budig.
Classification: Actress departure and character recast.
Tom Starr — Clint Howard
Departure: June 2024.
Tom died after being poisoned at Il Giardino.
Hollis — Hollis W. Chambers
Departure: July 2024.
Hollis was murdered after discovering evidence connected to Tom’s death.
Luna Nozawa — Lisa Yamada
Arrest: September 2024.
Luna was arrested after her crimes were exposed.
However, her arrest should not automatically be classified as a permanent departure.
The character remained important to subsequent storylines.
Steffy Forrester — Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
Steffy was kidnapped and temporarily absent from her usual surroundings in August–September 2024.
However, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood remained on-screen throughout the kidnapping storyline.
Classification: No cast departure.
8. Returning Characters
Ivy Forrester — Ashleigh Brewer
Return: April 30, 2024.
Ivy returned to Los Angeles after several years away.
She reconnected with Liam Spencer, with whom she had previously been romantically involved.
Her return revived an important relationship from the show’s earlier storylines.
Thomas Forrester — Matthew Atkinson
Return: June 21, 2024.
Thomas returned from Paris.
He revealed that he had become romantically involved with Paris Buckingham.
Their engagement devastated Hope.
Douglas Forrester — Henry Joseph Samiri
Return: June 24, 2024.
Douglas returned alongside Thomas.
His presence intensified Hope’s emotional difficulties.
Paris Buckingham — Diamond White
Return: June 24, 2024.
Paris returned as Thomas’s new fiancée.
Her engagement created conflict with Hope.
Taylor Hayes — Rebecca Budig
Return: August 6, 2024.
Taylor returned with a new actress.
Her return revived the rivalry between the Logan and Forrester families.
Will Spencer — Crew Morrow
Return: August 1, 2024.
Will returned as a young adult following a significant SORAS.
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — Tracey E. Bregman
Guest appearances: October 2023 and April 2024.
Lauren appeared during the Forrester fashion showdown and later helped Deacon understand the history of Sheila Carter and Sugar.
Danny Romalotti — Michael Damian
Guest appearance: August 2024.
Danny appeared during the relaunch of Brooke’s Bedroom.
His performance was part of the Monte Carlo storyline.
9. Marriages
Eric Forrester and Donna Logan
Wedding date: February 8, 2024.
Eric and Donna married at the Forrester mansion following Eric’s recovery from his life-threatening illness.
The ceremony was attended by their family and friends.
The marriage reunited a couple who had previously been married.
Status: Married. TV Insider
Deacon Sharpe and Sheila Carter
Wedding date: May 24, 2024.
Deacon and Sheila married at Il Giardino.
Tom Starr officiated the ceremony.
Hope attended to support her father.
Finn unexpectedly witnessed the wedding.
Status: Married. Yahoo
Thomas Forrester and Paris Buckingham
Engagement announced: June 2024.
Thomas returned from Paris and announced his engagement to Paris Buckingham.
The announcement devastated Hope.
However, no wedding between Thomas and Paris took place during Season 37.
Marriage Summary
| Couple | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Forrester and Donna Logan | February 8, 2024 | Wedding |
| Deacon Sharpe and Sheila Carter | May 24, 2024 | Wedding |
| Thomas Forrester and Paris Buckingham | June 2024 | Engagement only |
10. Deaths
Janet Webber / Sugar — February 2024
Portrayed by Kimberlin Brown.
Sugar impersonated Sheila Carter after undergoing plastic surgery to resemble her.
She entered Steffy’s home intending to kill her.
However, Steffy stabbed Sugar in self-defense, believing she was Sheila.
Sugar died from her injuries.
Status: Deceased.
The truth about Sugar’s identity was revealed several weeks later. Soap Opera Digest
Tom Starr — June 2024
Portrayed by Clint Howard.
Tom was poisoned while performing at Il Giardino.
His death was initially treated as a possible overdose.
It was subsequently revealed that Luna Nozawa had murdered him.
Status: Deceased.
Hollis — July 2024
Portrayed by Hollis W. Chambers.
Hollis discovered evidence connected to Tom’s death.
He was subsequently poisoned.
Luna was revealed to be responsible.
Status: Deceased.
The official archive documents the investigation into both deaths during the July 15–18 episodes. The Bold and the Beautiful
Sheila Carter — Apparent Death
Portrayed by Kimberlin Brown.
Sheila was believed to have been killed by Steffy in February 2024.
However, the victim was Sugar.
Sheila was discovered alive on April 30, 2024.
Status: Alive.
Her apparent death must therefore be classified as a fake death or mistaken identity, not an actual character death.
Eric Forrester — Near-Death Experience
Portrayed by John McCook.
Eric suffered a life-threatening medical crisis in December 2023.
He survived following experimental treatment.
Status: Alive.
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
Season 37 featured several connections with The Young and the Restless, including guest appearances by Lauren Fenmore Baldwin, Esther Valentine and Danny Romalotti.
11.1. Y&R Characters Appearing in B&B
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — Tracey E. Bregman
Crossover dates: October 25, 2023, and April 2024.
Lauren traveled to Los Angeles to attend the Forrester Creations fashion showdown.
She later returned to help Deacon investigate Sheila’s apparent death.
Her knowledge of Sugar proved essential to understanding the mystery.
Lauren originated on Y&R in 1983 and has appeared on both soaps.
Esther Valentine — Kate Linder
Crossover beginning: October 25, 2023.
Esther accompanied Lauren to Los Angeles.
She attended the Forrester fashion showdown and hoped to acquire a Forrester original.
Her appearance provided a humorous connection between the two series.
Danny Romalotti — Michael Damian
Crossover date: August 14, 2024.
Danny appeared during the Brooke’s Bedroom relaunch.
He performed music for the fashion event.
His appearance was part of the Monte Carlo storyline.
The official archive confirms Danny’s participation in the August 14 episode. The Bold and the Beautiful
Crossover Summary
| Y&R character | Actor | B&B appearance | Storyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Fenmore Baldwin | Tracey E. Bregman | October 25, 2023 | Eric–Ridge fashion showdown |
| Esther Valentine | Kate Linder | October 25, 2023 | Eric–Ridge fashion showdown |
| Lauren Fenmore Baldwin | Tracey E. Bregman | April 2024 | Sheila/Sugar mystery |
| Danny Romalotti | Michael Damian | August 14, 2024 | Brooke’s Bedroom relaunch |
11.2. B&B Characters Appearing in Y&R
No new on-screen crossover by an established B&B character has been independently verified during the corresponding Y&R broadcast period.
Two former B&B characters nevertheless remained important to the shared fictional universe.
Sally Spectra — Courtney Hope
Sally originated on B&B in January 2017.
She transferred to Y&R in November 2020.
During Y&R Season 51, she was involved in major storylines with Adam Newman, Nick Newman and Billy Abbott.
Classification: Former B&B character appearing regularly on Y&R, not a new crossover.
Sheila Carter — Kimberlin Brown
Sheila originated on Y&R in 1990.
She moved to B&B in 1992.
During Season 37, she was a principal B&B character.
Her connection to Lauren Fenmore helped revive the shared history of the two series.
Classification: Former Y&R character appearing regularly on B&B, not a new crossover.
12. Season 37 Finale — September 13, 2024
The final episode of Season 37 aired on Friday, September 13, 2024.
It was the series’ 9,359th episode.
Hope for the Future Faces an Uncertain Future
Carter, Eric and Steffy prepared for a difficult conversation with Hope about her fashion line.
The collection had been struggling commercially.
Steffy’s personal hostility toward Hope complicated the situation.
Hope’s future at Forrester Creations remained uncertain.
Liam and Will Discuss Their Family
Liam and Will realized that they shared concerns about Bill, Katie, Poppy and Luna.
Both were disturbed by the revelations concerning Luna’s crimes and her manipulation of Bill.
Will continued hoping that Bill and Katie might reconcile.
Brooke and Taylor’s Rivalry Intensifies
Brooke and Taylor remained at odds over Hope’s behavior toward Finn.
Taylor defended Steffy, while Brooke attempted to protect Hope.
Their conflict revived the longstanding tensions between the Logan and Forrester families.
The episode provided a transition into Season 38 rather than resolving all the major storylines.
The official archive confirms the September 13, 2024 finale. The Bold and the Beautiful
13. Season 37 — Key Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| September 21, 2023 | Season 37 premiere |
| October 25, 2023 | Lauren Fenmore and Esther Valentine appear in B&B |
| October 2023 | Eric and Ridge’s fashion showdown |
| November 2023 | Poppy Nozawa arrives |
| December 2023 | Eric suffers a medical emergency |
| December 2023 | Finn performs experimental treatment on Eric |
| February 8, 2024 | Eric and Donna marry |
| February 2024 | Steffy kills Sugar, believing she is Sheila |
| March 2024 | Thomas leaves Los Angeles with Douglas |
| April 2024 | Deacon discovers evidence that Sheila is alive |
| April 30, 2024 | Sheila is found alive; Ivy Forrester returns |
| May 24, 2024 | Deacon and Sheila marry |
| June 2024 | Thomas returns with Paris Buckingham |
| June 2024 | Tom Starr is murdered |
| July 2024 | Hollis is murdered |
| July 2024 | Poppy becomes a suspect in the murders |
| August 1, 2024 | Crew Morrow debuts as Will Spencer |
| August 6, 2024 | Rebecca Budig debuts as Taylor Hayes |
| August 14, 2024 | Danny Romalotti appears in B&B |
| August 2024 | Hope kisses Finn |
| August 2024 | Luna kidnaps Steffy |
| September 5, 2024 | Finn rescues Steffy |
| September 2024 | Luna is arrested |
| September 13, 2024 | Season 37 finale |
14. Sources and Archival References
Official Sources
The Bold and the Beautiful — Official Season 37 Archive
The primary reference for the season’s broadcast chronology, episode numbers, original air dates and storylines.
CBS — The Bold and the Beautiful
The official CBS website provides information about the series, its cast and episodes.
A useful reference for identifying the principal actors, although the current directory is not a historical snapshot of the 2023–2024 cast.
Additional References
- TVLine — Rebecca Budig Recast as Taylor Hayes
- Soap Hub — Crew Morrow, Thomas, Douglas and Paris Casting Updates
- TV Insider — Eric and Donna’s Wedding
- Soap Opera Digest — Sheila Carter’s Return
- TheTVDB — Season 37 Episode Guide
Archival Notes
The official production archive confirms that Season 37 consisted of 250 episodes broadcast between September 21, 2023, and September 13, 2024.
The most significant casting changes were Will Spencer’s SORAS and Taylor Hayes’s recast. The season also featured two completed marriages, three actual character deaths, and several appearances by characters originating on The Young and the Restless.
The distinction between Sheila Carter and Sugar is essential: Sugar died in February 2024; Sheila survived.
Likewise, Luna’s arrest should not be confused with a permanent departure from the series.
Finally, while the character directory includes the principal cast and many significant recurring and guest characters, it is not an exhaustive, individually verified record of all 250 episodes’ credits. Exact dates for some supporting appearances and individual child-performer credits remain unconfirmed.
