Season 39 of The Bold and the Beautiful continues the romantic rivalries, family conflicts and corporate power struggles surrounding Forrester Creations in Los Angeles.
The season features the ongoing tensions between the Forresters and Logans, the complicated relationships involving Hope, Liam, Carter and Daphne, and the consequences of Luna Nozawa’s actions.
1. Season dates
Milestone
Date
Season 39 premiere
September 15, 2025
Season 39 finale
September 2026
Season 40 premiere
September 2026
Season 39 is complete as of November 4, 2026. The exact final broadcast date and episode count require confirmation against the CBS episode archive; the September 2026 entries above should therefore be treated as the season boundary rather than exact verified dates.
Correction to the season dates: CBS’s official archive establishes the exact ending date as September 7, 2026, with episode 250. Season 40 therefore begins on September 8, 2026. Season 39 runs from September 15, 2025, to September 7, 2026, for a total of 250 episodes. CBS+2
2. Cast and characters
The following list is arranged alphabetically by character surname, using the March 2026 Paramount Press Express cast roster, CBS’s cast information and additional casting reports. It includes principal, recurring, returning and selected guest characters. Child performers are included where documented.
A–F
Bradley Baker portrayed by Dan Martin
Justin Barber portrayed by Aaron D. Spears
Dottie Bright portrayed by Morgan Fairchild
Sheila Carter portrayed by Kimberlin Brown
Pam Douglas portrayed by Alley Mills
Melissa Dylan portrayed by Sydney Bullock
Darcy Dylan portrayed by Kelly Sullivan
John “Finn” Finnegan portrayed by Tanner Novlan
Jack Finnegan portrayed by Ted King
Li Finnegan portrayed by Naomi Matsuda
Hayes Finnegan portrayed by Bryan David Garlick
Steffy Forrester Finnegan portrayed by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
Bridget Forrester portrayed by Ashley Jones
Douglas Forrester portrayed by Henry Joseph Samiri
Electra Forrester portrayed by Laneya Grace
Eric Forrester portrayed by John McCook
Ivy Forrester portrayed by Ashleigh Brewer
Ridge Forrester portrayed by Thorsten Kaye
Ridge “R.J.” Forrester Jr. portrayed by Brayan Nicoletti
Thomas Forrester portrayed by Matthew Atkinson
Zende Forrester Dominguez portrayed by Delon de Metz
Shauna Fulton portrayed by Denise Richards
G–N
Fanny Greyson portrayed by Elsa Esnoult
Taylor Hayes portrayed by Rebecca Budig
Brooke Logan portrayed by Katherine Kelly Lang
Donna Logan portrayed by Jennifer Gareis
Hope Logan portrayed by Annika Noelle
Katie Logan Spencer portrayed by Heather Tom
Nick Marone portrayed by Jack Wagner
Alison Montgomery portrayed by Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark
Luna Nozawa portrayed by Lisa Yamada
Poppy Nozawa portrayed by Romy Park
P–W
Remy Pryce portrayed by Christian Weissmann
Daphne Rose Walton portrayed by Murielle Hilaire
Deacon Sharpe portrayed by Sean Kanan
Deke Sharpe portrayed by Harrison Cone
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
Carter Walton portrayed by Lawrence Saint-Victor
Charlie Webber portrayed by Dick Christie
Additional children and guest characters
Kelly Spencer portrayed by Sophia Paras
Alex portrayed by Christopher “Sincere” Cato
Jessica portrayed by Sissy Sheridan
Linda portrayed by Lauren Herbert
Lonnie portrayed by Lonnie Henderson
Michaela portrayed by Kayla Ehle
Miranda portrayed by Verina Banks
Pettra portrayed by Alexis Gaube
Shelly portrayed by Sandie Cameron
Tina portrayed by Nicole Bruner
Willow portrayed by Shannon McMullen
The guest cast also included models, fashion-industry figures, assistants and other short-term performers. The list above should not be treated as an exhaustive credit-by-credit inventory of all 250 episodes. The Bold and the Beautiful+4
Hope Logan and Liam Spencer rebuild their relationship after years of romantic complications. Their renewed commitment culminates in marriage in late 2025, reuniting one of the show’s central couples.
Carter Walton moves forward with Daphne Rose, and the couple marry in February 2026. Their happiness is later threatened by a secret involving Steffy Forrester, creating tensions between Carter, Daphne, Steffy and Finn. Paramount++1
Katie develops her own fashion venture, challenging Forrester Creations. Eric’s involvement, Deke’s ambitions and the return of R.J. complicate the competition. The rivalry gradually creates divisions within the Logan and Forrester families.
Deacon’s growing connection with Taylor threatens his marriage to Sheila. Sheila’s attempts to maintain control, alongside her complicated relationship with Finn and Li, generate further family conflict.
Will Spencer’s relationship with Electra faces new obstacles when Melissa Dylan becomes involved in his life. Ivy’s interference, romantic misunderstandings and Katie’s concerns create a complicated triangle that continues through the summer.
Other important storylines include Luna Nozawa’s death and its aftermath, the return of Thomas Forrester, Ivy’s departure from Los Angeles, R.J.’s reintegration into the Forrester family, and Wyatt Spencer’s return.
4. Recasts and SORAS
Character
Previous actor
New actor
Date
Ridge “R.J.” Forrester Jr.
Joshua Hoffman
Brayan Nicoletti
January 2026
R.J. returns with a new face after having last appeared in October 2024. His recasting was announced in early January, and his first appearances with Brayan Nicoletti were scheduled for the week of January 12, 2026. Soap Opera Digest+1
SORAS: R.J. had already undergone rapid aging in 2016, when Anthony Turpel assumed the role. His 2026 recasting is therefore not a new child-to-adult SORAS.
No additional major SORAS event has been reliably documented during Season 39.
5. New characters
Character
Actor
First appearance
Deke Sharpe
Harrison Cone
2025, around the beginning of the season
Melissa Dylan
Sydney Bullock
2025
Darcy Dylan
Kelly Sullivan
August 27, 2026
Dottie Bright
Morgan Fairchild
March 2026
Michaela
Kayla Ehle
June 3, 2026
Willow
Shannon McMullen
June 3, 2026
Alex
Christopher “Sincere” Cato
July 13, 2026
Shelly
Sandie Cameron
July 17, 2026
Lonnie
Lonnie Henderson
September 1, 2026
Tina
Nicole Bruner
September 1, 2026
Deke Sharpe is an established character returning with an adult portrayal, rather than an entirely new character. Dottie Bright and several other additions are short-term guest roles rather than permanent members of the cast. SoapsSpoilers.com+2
6. Character departures
Character
Actor
Departure
Luna Nozawa
Lisa Yamada
November 2025 — character killed
Poppy Nozawa
Romy Park
Last reported appearance in November 2025
Ivy Forrester
Ashleigh Brewer
April 24, 2026 — leaves Los Angeles
Ivy’s departure coincided with Ashleigh Brewer’s maternity leave. It should therefore be classified as a temporary departure rather than a confirmed permanent exit.
Poppy’s absence was also linked to a temporary interruption in Romy Park’s acting career. Soap Opera Magazine
7. Returns of former characters
Character
Actor
Return
Thomas Forrester
Matthew Atkinson
December 2025
R.J. Forrester
Brayan Nicoletti
January 2026, recast
Remy Pryce
Christian Weissmann
April 14, 2026
Hayes Finnegan
Bryan David Garlick
May 18, 2026
Charlie Webber
Dick Christie
May 18, 2026
Wyatt Spencer
Darin Brooks
May 27, 2026
Alison Montgomery
Princess Theodora
May 27, 2026
Shauna Fulton
Denise Richards
May 28, 2026
Fanny Greyson
Elsa Esnoult
June 11, 2026
Li Finnegan
Naomi Matsuda
July 2026, following an extended absence
The returns of Wyatt and Shauna were particularly significant because both characters had been absent from the central storylines for an extended period.
Alison Montgomery’s return was also notable: Bill Spencer’s former assistant had not appeared since 2018. SoapsSpoilers.com+2
8. Births
No confirmed on-screen birth has been identified during Season 39.
Although Hayes Finnegan, Kelly Spencer and Douglas Forrester appear or are referenced during the season, all three characters were born in earlier years.
Carter and Daphne officially marry in Season 39, Episode 105. This date is directly confirmed by the official Paramount+ episode synopsis. Paramount+
Katie Logan and Bill Spencer also appear in the season’s marital storylines, but the exact date of any wedding ceremony within this season has not been independently established here.
10. Deaths
Character
Actor
Date
Luna Nozawa
Lisa Yamada
November 2025
Luna’s death marks the conclusion of one of the show’s most turbulent storylines. She is struck by a vehicle and subsequently declared dead. The consequences affect Finn, Li, Poppy and the wider Forrester family. Soap Opera Magazine
No other major character death has been conclusively established from the available sources for the remainder of Season 39.
The two CBS daytime dramas share a fictional universe, with a history of crossover appearances involving characters such as Sheila Carter, Lauren Fenmore, Ashley Abbott and Sally Spectra.
Y&R characters appearing in B&B
No confirmed appearance by a character from The Young and the Restless has been identified in The Bold and the Beautiful between September 15, 2025, and September 7, 2026.
B&B characters appearing in Y&R
No confirmed crossover appearance by a B&B character in Y&R has been identified within the same period.
Important distinction: Sheila Carter’s historical appearances in both soaps and Sally Spectra’s relocation to Genoa City do not constitute new crossovers during Season 39.
The absence of verified crossover dates means that no specific episode can responsibly be listed.
12. Season 39 — Timeline of major events
Date
Event
September 15, 2025
Season 39 premiere
Autumn 2025
Hope and Liam’s reconciliation and marriage
November 2025
Luna Nozawa’s death
December 2025
Thomas Forrester returns
January 2026
R.J. Forrester returns, played by Brayan Nicoletti
February 12, 2026
Carter and Daphne marry
March 2026
Dottie Bright appears
April 14, 2026
Remy Pryce returns
April 24, 2026
Ivy Forrester leaves Los Angeles
May 18, 2026
Hayes Finnegan and Charlie Webber return
May 27, 2026
Wyatt Spencer and Alison Montgomery return
May 28, 2026
Shauna Fulton returns
June 11, 2026
Fanny Greyson returns
July 2026
Li Finnegan returns
August 27, 2026
Darcy Dylan debuts
September 7, 2026
Season 39 finale, episode 250
Sources
The principal references used for this retrospective are:
Research limitations: The season dates and Carter–Daphne wedding date are verified against official episode records. The cast inventory is extensive but not exhaustive, particularly for children and uncredited guest performers. Several events have only month-level dating, and the marriages, deaths and crossover sections should not be regarded as definitive registers without a complete episode-by-episode audit.
Season 53 of The Young and the Restless covers the 2025–2026 broadcast year, continuing the long-running stories of the Newman, Abbott, Winters, and Chancellor families in Genoa City.
Unlike earlier seasons, Season 53 has not yet concluded as of November 4, 2026. Consequently, its cast changes, storylines, marriages, deaths, and crossovers must be treated as an ongoing record rather than a completed season retrospective.
1. Official season dates
Season premiere
October 7, 2025
Season finale
October 7, 2026
Season 54 premiere
October 8, 2026
Total episodes
255
CBS officially confirms the October 7, 2025 premiere and October 8, 2026 launch of Season 54. TheTVDB identifies October 7, 2026 as Season 53’s finale, episode 255. Therefore, Season 53 is complete, and the retrospective below covers the entire season. Paramount Press Express+2
The following alphabetical list combines CBS’s August 2026 official cast announcement with documented recurring performers and guest appearances. Characters are sorted by their principal or most commonly used surnames.
A–C
Billy Abbott portrayed by Jason Thompson
Harrison Abbott portrayed by Redding Munsell
Jack Abbott portrayed by Peter Bergman
Johnny Abbott portrayed by Paxton Mishkind
Katie Abbott portrayed by Sienna Mercuri
Kyle Abbott portrayed by Michael Mealor
Traci Abbott portrayed by Beth Maitland
Ashley Abbott portrayed by Eileen Davidson
Jill Abbott portrayed by Jess Walton
Cane Ashby portrayed by Billy Flynn
Sienna Bacall portrayed by Tamara Braun
Michael Baldwin portrayed by Christian Jules LeBlanc
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
Christine Blair Romalotti portrayed by Lauralee Bell
Detective Burrow portrayed by Matt Cohen
Audra Charles portrayed by Zuleyka Silver
Matt Clark portrayed by Roger Howarth
Mariah Copeland portrayed by Camryn Grimes
D–L
Chloe Mitchell Fisher portrayed by Elizabeth Hendrickson
Danny Romalotti portrayed by Michael Damian
Nate Hastings portrayed by Sean Dominic
Diane Jenkins Abbott portrayed by Susan Walters
Marie Kirkland portrayed by Jade Harlow
Chelsea Lawson portrayed by Melissa Claire Egan
Amy Lewis portrayed by Valarie Pettiford
N–R
Adam Newman portrayed by Mark Grossman
Abby Newman Winters portrayed by Melissa Ordway
Claire Newman portrayed by Hayley Erin
Connor Newman portrayed by Judah Mackey
Faith Newman portrayed by Reylynn Caster
Nicholas Newman portrayed by Joshua Morrow
Nikki Newman portrayed by Melody Thomas Scott
Noah Newman portrayed by Lucas Adams
Sharon Newman portrayed by Sharon Case
Victor Newman portrayed by Eric Braeden
Victoria Newman portrayed by Amelia Heinle
Holden Novak portrayed by Nathan Owens
Tessa Porter portrayed by Cait Fairbanks
Daniel Romalotti Jr. portrayed by Michael Graziadei
S–W
Amanda Sinclair portrayed by Mishael Morgan
Dr. Stephanie Simmons portrayed by Vivica A. Fox
Sally Spectra portrayed by Courtney Hope
Detective Annie Stewart portrayed by Catherine Kresge
Phyllis Summers portrayed by Michelle Stafford
Esther Valentine portrayed by Kate Linder
Patty Williams portrayed by Stacy Haiduk
Devon Winters portrayed by Bryton James
Lily Winters portrayed by Christel Khalil
Malcolm Winters portrayed by Shemar Moore
Additional children and returning guest characters
The following characters belong to the wider cast, but their appearances during the exact Season 53 window require further episode-level verification:
Aria Porter-Copeland — child performer not conclusively verified.
Bella Fisher — performer not conclusively verified for this season.
Christian Newman — performer not conclusively verified for this season.
Dominic Winters — performer not conclusively verified for this season.
Lucy Romalotti portrayed by Lily Brooks O’Briant — exact Season 53 appearance requires confirmation.
Nina Webster portrayed by Tricia Cast — returned for Danny and Christine’s wedding.
Gina Roma portrayed by Patty Weaver — returned for Danny and Christine’s wedding.
Cast verification: CBS’s official August 2026 roster establishes the main ensemble. Soap Opera Digest independently documents several recurring actors, including Roger Howarth, Stacy Haiduk, Vivica A. Fox, Jade Harlow and Judah Mackey. This is a substantial cast inventory, but it should not be mistaken for a fully audited list of every day player and child performer across 255 episodes. The Young and the Restless+3
Nick and Sharon travel to Los Angeles after Noah suffers a serious car accident. Their investigation exposes the return of Matt Clark, presumed dead for decades and now living under the identity of Mitch Bacall. His relationship with Sienna, Noah’s involvement and his disturbing history with Sharon create a major storyline extending into 2026. Soap Opera Digest+1
Cane’s return reignites his complicated relationships with Lily, Jill, Billy and Phyllis. His business ambitions fuel a struggle for Chancellor Industries, while his attempts to rebuild his relationship with Lily create further conflict with the Winters family.
Victor continues his campaign against the Abbott family and Jabot. Victoria becomes involved in the corporate rivalry, while Kyle’s relationship with her develops in an unexpected romantic direction. Jack also becomes involved in Nick’s struggles, creating further tensions with Victor. CBS+1
Danny Romalotti and Christine Blair finally remarry after decades of romantic complications. Their November 2025 wedding brings several familiar faces back to Genoa City, including Nina Webster and Gina Roma. Phyllis also becomes involved in the celebrations. Soap Hub+1
Other important developments include:
Mariah and Tessa: Mariah’s psychological struggles and the lingering influence of Ian Ward complicate her marriage and family life. Daniel becomes increasingly involved in Tessa’s life.
Nick’s addiction struggles: Nick’s sobriety becomes a central concern for Victor, Nikki, Sharon and Jack, especially during the summer of 2026.
Patty Williams returns: Patty reappears and becomes entangled with Matt Clark, Jack and Diane, reopening old conflicts.
Billy and Sally: Their relationship faces business rivalries and family opposition as they prepare to marry. Their actual wedding belongs to Season 54.
Nate Hastings: Nate confronts a serious medical situation and begins reconsidering his future in medicine, with Stephanie Simmons offering support.
Claire, Audra and Kyle: Their personal conflicts and romantic rivalries continue to affect the Newman and Abbott families.
These developments are documented in CBS’s 2025–2026 episode summaries. Originals for Paramount++2
4. Recasts and SORAS
Character
Performer
Details
Noah Newman
Lucas Adams
Recast from Rory Gibson; first appeared in late October 2025
Matt Clark
Roger Howarth
Recast of the character previously played by Eddie Cibrian and Rick Hearst; revealed in October–November 2025
Cane Ashby
Billy Flynn
Recast from Daniel Goddard, but Flynn’s debut occurred before Season 53
The two major recasts within Season 53 were Noah Newman and Matt Clark. Both were part of the Los Angeles storyline. Soap Opera Digest+1
SORAS (Soap Opera Rapid Aging Syndrome): No new child-to-adult recast can be conclusively established from the sources reviewed for this season. Noah’s recasting does not constitute a conventional SORAS, since the character was already an adult.
5. New characters
Character
Actor
First appearance
Sienna Bacall
Tamara Braun
October 2025
Detective Burrow
Matt Cohen
October 2025
Detective Annie Stewart
Catherine Kresge
November 2025
Marie Kirkland
Jade Harlow
August 2026
Sienna Bacall is particularly important because of her connections to Noah Newman and Matt Clark. Detective Burrow and Detective Stewart are associated with the investigation surrounding Noah’s accident. Marie Kirkland enters the story in August 2026. Soap Opera Digest+2
6. Returns of former characters
Character
Actor
Return
Danny Romalotti
Michael Damian
October 10, 2025, within Season 53
Christine Blair
Lauralee Bell
October 10, 2025, within Season 53
Ian Ward
Ray Wise
October 2025, with another appearance in January 2026
Gina Roma
Patty Weaver
November 2025
Nina Webster
Tricia Cast
November 2025
Matt Clark
Roger Howarth
October–November 2025, recast
Patty Williams
Stacy Haiduk
2026
Malcolm Winters
Shemar Moore
April 2026
Stephanie Simmons
Vivica A. Fox
2026
The most notable returns were Matt Clark, Patty Williams, Malcolm Winters and Stephanie Simmons. The latter two brought back characters associated with the Winters family and the show’s history in the 1990s. Y&R Casting+2
7. Character departures
No definitive, season-wide list of permanent departures could be established from the sources reviewed.
Some characters disappeared temporarily, while others moved between recurring and more prominent appearances. These changes should not automatically be classified as permanent exits.
In particular, the continued presence of Matt Clark, Jill Abbott and Holden Novak around the transition to Season 54 means that their departures should not be recorded as confirmed exits without additional evidence. Soap Opera Magazine
8. Births
No confirmed on-screen birth has been established for Season 53 from the available episode records.
This does not exclude references to pregnancies or children born before the season began. It means that I cannot responsibly provide a dated birth entry for the October 2025–October 2026 period without further verification.
Their long-awaited second wedding takes place in Genoa City. Michael Baldwin officiates, Daniel walks Christine down the aisle, and familiar characters return for the celebration.
The wedding continues into the November 24 episode. Originals for Paramount++1
Important season distinction: Billy Abbott and Sally Spectra marry on October 19, 2026, with wedding celebrations beginning October 16. This event belongs to Season 54, not Season 53. CBS
10. Deaths
No major character death has been conclusively verified as occurring during Season 53 from the sources consulted.
Matt Clark’s return is especially noteworthy because the character had previously been presumed dead. His reappearance is a resurrection storyline, not a new death.
A complete death register would require a more exhaustive review of all 255 episodes, including minor and off-screen characters.
The Young and the Restless / The Bold and the Beautiful
Both CBS dramas share a fictional universe and have a long history of character crossovers, particularly involving Lauren Fenmore, Ashley Abbott and Sally Spectra.
Y&R characters appearing on B&B
No confirmed crossover appearance by a Y&R character in The Bold and the Beautiful has been identified within October 7, 2025–October 7, 2026.
B&B characters appearing on Y&R
No confirmed appearance by an established B&B character in Y&R has been identified within the same period.
Sally Spectra is a former B&B character, but her regular appearances on Y&R do not count as individual crossover events. She transferred to Genoa City in 2020.
A January 2026 Soap Hub article explicitly noted the absence of crossovers in 2025 and discussed possible future appearances, rather than reporting completed events. Soap Hub
Related CBS crossover: Beyond the Gates
Although it is not a Y&R/B&B crossover, Season 53 featured an important connection with Beyond the Gates.
CBS announced a June 2026 crossover in which six Y&R characters would appear in Beyond the Gates:
Victor Newman portrayed by Eric Braeden
Jack Abbott portrayed by Peter Bergman
Devon Winters portrayed by Bryton James
Kyle Abbott portrayed by Michael Mealor
Diane Jenkins Abbott portrayed by Susan Walters
Abby Newman Winters portrayed by Melissa Ordway
The event involved a political fundraiser in Fairmont Crest and a reunion between Victor Newman and Vernon Dupree. Paramount Press Express
12. Season 53 — Key dates at a glance
Date
Event
October 7, 2025
Season 53 premiere
October 2025
New Noah Newman; introduction of Sienna Bacall and Detective Burrow
October 31, 2025
Roger Howarth appears as Mitch Bacall, later revealed as Matt Clark
November 2025
Detective Annie Stewart introduced
November 21, 2025
Danny and Christine’s wedding
January 2026
Ian Ward reappears
2026
Patty Williams returns
April 2026
Malcolm Winters returns
August 2026
Marie Kirkland introduced
September 2026
Victor’s rivalry with the Abbotts intensifies; Billy and Sally plan their wedding
Completeness note: The season dates, principal cast, major storylines and several significant casting events are supported by published records. The full roster of child actors and day players, all permanent departures, and exhaustive birth and death records remain unverified. Rather than invent dates or claim that unconfirmed events occurred, those gaps have been identified explicitly.
Season 38 is dominated by the struggle for control of Forrester Creations, the continuing romantic rivalry between Brooke Logan and Taylor Hayes, Hope Logan’s turbulent relationships with Carter Walton and Liam Spencer, and the dramatic return of Luna Nozawa as a dangerous antagonist.
The season also features a major health crisis for Liam, the introduction of several new characters, including Daphne Rose and Remy Pryce, and the arrival of the next generation of the Forrester family through the recasting of Will Spencer and Electra Forrester.
The following overview distinguishes events taking place during Season 38 from developments that occurred in Season 37 or the opening weeks of Season 39.
Correction to the season dates: The official The Bold and the Beautiful episode archive identifies September 16, 2024, not September 23, as the first episode of Season 38 (episode 9360). TheTVDB identifies September 12, 2025, as the season finale. These are the dates used below. The Bold and the Beautiful+1
2. Characters and cast
The following list is alphabetized by character surname. It includes the principal cast, significant recurring characters and identifiable child performers. A fully exhaustive accounting of every guest appearance cannot be established from the available cast directory alone.
A–F
April — portrayed by Jamison Belushi
Bill Spencer Jr. — portrayed by Don Diamont
Brooke Logan — portrayed by Katherine Kelly Lang
Carter Walton — portrayed by Lawrence Saint-Victor
Charlie Webber — portrayed by Dick Christie
Daphne Rose — portrayed by Murielle Hilaire
Deacon Sharpe — portrayed by Sean Kanan
Donna Logan — portrayed by Jennifer Gareis
Dr. Grace Buckingham — portrayed by Cassandra Creech
Dr. John “Finn” Finnegan — portrayed by Tanner Novlan
Dr. Li Finnegan — portrayed by Naomi Matsuda
Dr. Taylor Hayes — portrayed by Rebecca Budig
Electra Forrester — portrayed by Laneya Grace
Eric Forrester — portrayed by John McCook
Esther Valentine — portrayed by Kate Linder (historical crossover character; no confirmed Season 38 appearance)
G–L
Hayes Finnegan — portrayed by Bryan David Garlick
Hope Logan — portrayed by Annika Noelle
Ivy Forrester — portrayed by Ashleigh Brewer
Katie Logan — portrayed by Heather Tom
Kelly Spencer — portrayed by Sophia Paras McKinlay
Liam Spencer — portrayed by Scott Clifton
Luna Nozawa — portrayed by Lisa Yamada
M–R
Nick Marone — portrayed by Jack Wagner
Pamela Douglas — portrayed by Alley Mills
Penelope “Poppy” Nozawa — portrayed by Romy Park
Remy Pryce — portrayed by Christian Weissmann
Ridge Forrester — portrayed by Thorsten Kaye
R.J. Forrester — portrayed by Joshua Hoffman (early-season appearances)
Sheila Carter Sharpe — portrayed by Kimberlin Brown
Steffy Forrester Finnegan — portrayed by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
S–Z
Thomas Forrester — portrayed by Matthew Atkinson
Will Spencer — portrayed by Crew Morrow
Zende Forrester Dominguez — portrayed by Delon de Metz
Additional recurring and guest characters include Detective Chief Bradley Baker (Dan Martin), Justin Barber (Aaron D. Spears), and characters involved in the 2025 medical and younger-generation storylines.
CBS confirms the principal cast, while Soap Opera Digest documents the addition of Electra and the return of Ivy. CBS+2
Carter Walton and Hope Logan orchestrate a corporate takeover of Forrester Creations, exploiting the company’s legal structure to seize control from the Forresters. Ridge, Steffy and Eric are furious, while Brooke becomes caught between her daughter and Ridge. The power struggle eventually forces Carter to reconsider his actions, leading to a restoration of the family’s control.
Taylor’s broken-heart syndrome and the Brooke–Ridge rivalry
Taylor returns to Los Angeles believing she is dying of heart failure. Further examinations reveal that she is suffering from broken-heart syndrome, or stress-induced cardiomyopathy. Ridge supports her recovery, rekindling their romance and leaving Brooke heartbroken. Their triangle intensifies when Ridge and Taylor become engaged, while Brooke refuses to abandon their relationship.
After her imprisonment for murder and kidnapping, Luna becomes the center of another shocking revelation: Finn is her biological father. Her attempts to become part of his family collide with Steffy’s determination to protect her children. Luna’s obsession escalates into stalking, threats and a violent confrontation involving Sheila, Steffy and Liam.
Liam is diagnosed with an apparently inoperable brain tumor. The prospect of his death brings Hope and Steffy closer as they contemplate the future of their daughters, Beth and Kelly. Later developments reveal that his diagnosis and treatment have been manipulated, and Liam survives. His ordeal also revives unresolved feelings between him and Hope.
Electra Forrester joins the family business and begins a romance with Will Spencer. Their relationship is threatened by Remy Pryce, whose obsession with Electra leads him to manufacture sexually explicit deepfake images. The storyline explores online harassment, digital manipulation and the consequences of fabricated visual evidence.
Steffy recruits French perfumer Daphne Rose as part of her plan to destabilize Carter and Hope. Daphne develops genuine feelings for Carter, creating a romantic triangle. Her growing emotional investment complicates Steffy’s original strategy.
Nick Marone’s return and the Italian fashion event
Nick returns to Los Angeles in June 2025 and attempts to win Brooke back. Their relationship becomes a renewed threat to Ridge, particularly during Forrester Creations’ fashion trip to Italy. The Italian episodes culminate in a dramatic rescue and a turning point in Brooke and Ridge’s relationship.
The official episode listings document the June–September 2025 developments, including Luna’s attack, Liam’s treatment, Nick’s return and the Italy storyline. Originals for Paramount++2
4. Recasts and SORAS
Character
Previous performer
New performer
Date
Hayes Finnegan
Alexander and Chase Banks
Bryan David Garlick
June 12, 2025
Will Spencer
Finnegan George
Crew Morrow
August 1, 2024
Electra Forrester
—
Laneya Grace
October 2024
Hayes Finnegan is the most important SORAS within Season 38. The character returns visibly older on June 12, 2025, played by Bryan David Garlick, replacing the twins Alexander and Chase Banks. SoapsSpoilers.com+1
Will Spencer’s recasting with Crew Morrow is another major SORAS, but his debut occurred in August 2024, during Season 37. It is included here for continuity, not counted as a Season 38 recast.
Electra is a new character rather than a recast.
5. Births
No major on-screen birth of a new Forrester, Logan, Spencer or Finnegan child has been identified during Season 38.
The principal children featured include:
Beth Spencer, daughter of Hope and Liam.
Kelly Spencer, daughter of Steffy and Liam.
Hayes Finnegan, son of Steffy and Finn.
Douglas Forrester, son of Thomas and the late Caroline Spencer.
The children’s earlier birth dates should not be confused with their appearances or recasts during this season.
6. New characters
Character
Actor
First appearance
Electra Forrester
Laneya Grace
October 22, 2024
Remy Pryce
Christian Weissmann
November 2024
Daphne Rose
Murielle Hilaire
January 7, 2025
Ms. Dylan
Sydney Bullock
June 16, 2025
Electra joins the extended Forrester family and becomes part of the jewelry business. Remy is introduced through his connection to Electra and subsequently becomes the antagonist of the deepfake storyline.
Daphne is introduced as a successful French perfumer. Ms. Dylan enters the series as Hayes Finnegan’s teacher. Soap Opera Digest+3
7. Character departures
Character
Actor
Date / circumstances
R.J. Forrester
Joshua Hoffman
Late 2024 — disappears from the ongoing story
Daphne Rose
Murielle Hilaire
May 26, 2025 — temporarily leaves Los Angeles
Luna Nozawa
Lisa Yamada
July 2025 — apparently dies following the shooting
Nick Marone
Jack Wagner
Summer 2025 — concludes his extended return
Ms. Dylan
Sydney Bullock
July 2025 — concludes her initial guest appearances
Luna’s departure requires a qualification: Her apparent death in July 2025 is not permanent. She reappears later in the season, and her eventual confirmed death takes place in November 2025, during Season 39. Originals for Paramount++3
Matthew Atkinson returns as Thomas, supporting his parents’ reconciliation and Ridge’s proposed marriage to Taylor. Originals for Paramount+
Other recurring returns include Grace Buckingham, Li Finnegan and several members of the extended Forrester family.
9. Marriages
No completed major wedding has been reliably established within the September 16, 2024–September 12, 2025 season boundaries.
The season does, however, feature important engagements and wedding preparations.
Ridge Forrester and Taylor Hayes: Their renewed romance leads to an engagement and plans to marry, but the relationship ultimately collapses.
Ridge Forrester and Brooke Logan: Their reconciliation leads to a renewed commitment and engagement in September 2025.
The September 10, 2025 episode explicitly establishes Brooke and Ridge’s engagement. The subsequent wedding-related developments belong to the next season and should not be included as Season 38 marriages. Originals for Paramount+
10. Deaths
Character
Date
Circumstances
Luna Nozawa
July 2025
Apparently dies following the shooting; subsequently revealed to have survived
There is no confirmed permanent death of a major regular character within the season that I can establish from the reviewed sources.
Liam Spencer survives his brain tumor storyline, while Luna’s apparent death is reversed. Her definitive death occurs in November 2025, outside Season 38. TV Insider+1
No confirmed crossover appearance by a current The Young and the Restless character has been identified during Season 38.
Although Lauren Fenmore, Danny Romalotti and Christine Blair have appeared in B&B in previous years, their earlier appearances should not be included in the 2024–2025 season chronology.
B&B characters appearing in Y&R
Sally Spectra — portrayed by Courtney Hope
Sally remains a regular character on The Young and the Restless throughout this period. Originally introduced in B&B in 2017, she transferred to Y&R in 2020.
Her continuing presence in Genoa City is not a new crossover event, and therefore no Season 38 crossover date applies.
A January 2026 review of possible future crossovers also notes that the two series did not stage a crossover in 2025. Soap Hub
12. Season 38 highlights
Season 38 is particularly notable for the return of Taylor Hayes as a major romantic rival to Brooke, the takeover of Forrester Creations, the emergence of a younger generation led by Will and Electra, and Luna’s transformation into one of the show’s most dangerous villains.
The season also addresses contemporary subjects such as deepfake pornography and medical deception, while maintaining the show’s traditional emphasis on fashion, family rivalries and complicated romantic relationships.
Research limitation: The official online archive currently exposes only part of the season’s episodes, and CBS’s cast page does not preserve a complete historical roster for each broadcast date. Consequently, the cast list above is a substantial working inventory rather than a certified complete list of all credited performers, especially child actors, one-day guests and extras.
Season 52 focuses on the Newman–Abbott rivalry, Sharon Newman’s psychological crisis, the mystery surrounding Heather Stevens’s murder, the return of several legacy characters, and the increasingly dangerous schemes of Ian Ward and Jordan Howard.
The season also features the introduction of the mysterious Aristotle Dumas, later revealed to be Cane Ashby, and a major storyline set in Nice, France, involving a gathering of Genoa City’s most influential families.
Date clarification: CBS officially confirms October 3, 2024, as the premiere of Season 52. TheTVDB lists October 6, 2025, as its season finale, with 255 numbered episodes. This differs from the September-to-September convention sometimes used in unofficial season guides. For this overview, the CBS premiere and TheTVDB finale are the reference dates. Paramount Press Express+1
2. Characters and cast
The following alphabetical list covers the principal and identifiable recurring characters, including children. It is not a verified episode-by-episode inventory of every minor guest appearance.
A–C
Abby Newman Winters — portrayed by Melissa Ordway
Adam Newman — portrayed by Mark Grossman
Alan Laurent — portrayed by Christopher Cousins
Amanda Sinclair — portrayed by Mishael Morgan
Amy Lewis — portrayed by Valarie Pettiford
Aristotle Dumas / Cane Ashby — portrayed by Billy Flynn
Ashley Abbott — portrayed by Eileen Davidson
Audra Charles — portrayed by Zuleyka Silver
Billy Abbott — portrayed by Jason Thompson
Chelsea Lawson — portrayed by Melissa Claire Egan
Chloe Mitchell — portrayed by Elizabeth Hendrickson
Christine Blair — portrayed by Lauralee Bell
Claire Newman — portrayed by Hayley Erin
Connor Newman — portrayed by Judah Mackey
D–H
Damian Kane — portrayed by Jermaine Rivers
Daniel Romalotti Jr. — portrayed by Michael Graziadei
Danny Romalotti — portrayed by Michael Damian
Devon Hamilton-Winters — portrayed by Bryton James
Diane Jenkins Abbott — portrayed by Susan Walters
Dominic Newman-Abbott-Winters-Chancellor — child character
Esther Valentine — portrayed by Kate Linder
Faith Newman — portrayed by Reylynn Caster
Harrison Abbott — portrayed by Redding Munsell
Holden Novak — portrayed by Nathan Owens
I–M
Ian Ward — portrayed by Ray Wise
Jack Abbott — portrayed by Peter Bergman
Jordan Howard — portrayed by Colleen Zenk
Jill Abbott — portrayed by Jess Walton
Johnny Abbott — portrayed by Paxton Mishkind
Katie Abbott — portrayed by Sienna Mercuri
Kyle Abbott — portrayed by Michael Mealor
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
Lily Winters — portrayed by Christel Khalil
Lucy Romalotti — portrayed by Lily Brooks O’Briant
Mariah Copeland — portrayed by Camryn Grimes
Michael Baldwin — portrayed by Christian LeBlanc
N–Z
Nate Hastings — portrayed by Sean Dominic
Nicholas Newman — portrayed by Joshua Morrow
Nikki Newman — portrayed by Melody Thomas Scott
Phyllis Summers — portrayed by Michelle Stafford
Sally Spectra — portrayed by Courtney Hope
Sharon Newman — portrayed by Sharon Case
Summer Newman — portrayed by Allison Lanier
Tessa Porter — portrayed by Cait Fairbanks
Traci Abbott — portrayed by Beth Maitland
Victoria Newman — portrayed by Amelia Heinle
Victor Newman — portrayed by Eric Braeden
The CBS cast directory confirms many of the continuing performers, while historical cast records identify the younger and recurring performers. The Young and the Restless+1
Additional characters to include
Several important characters also appear during the season and should be included in the cast inventory:
Aria Porter-Copeland — child character
Cameron Kirsten — portrayed by Linden Ashby (visions)
Carter — portrayed by Vincent Stalba
Chance Chancellor — portrayed by Conner Floyd
Cole Howard — portrayed by J. Eddie Peck
Colin Atkinson — portrayed by Tristan Rogers
Heather Stevens — portrayed by Vail Bloom (including appearances connected to her death)
Martin Laurent — portrayed by Christopher Cousins
Tucker McCall — portrayed by Trevor St. John (his principal run ended before this season)
Important distinction: Christopher Cousins’s 2025 storyline ultimately concerns Martin Laurent, who had been impersonating his twin brother Alan. The two identities should not be treated as separate actors. Soap Opera Digest+1
Sharon struggles with disturbing visions of Cameron Kirsten and increasingly erratic behavior. Heather Stevens’s death devastates Daniel and Lucy, while Sharon becomes the focus of suspicion. The investigation exposes manipulation, psychological trauma and the involvement of Jordan and Ian Ward.
Abby and Devon prepare to marry as Victor unveils the rebuilt Newman Ranch. Their wedding becomes the centerpiece of the show’s 13,000th episode, broadcast on November 13, 2024, bringing together several generations of the Newman, Abbott and Winters families.
Victor continues targeting Jack Abbott, using business maneuvering and family divisions to undermine Jabot. Kyle, Diane, Billy and Jack become entangled in competing loyalties, while Victor also attempts to influence Claire’s romantic relationship with Kyle.
The two villains collaborate in a campaign of manipulation and revenge against the Newmans and their associates. Jordan’s obsession with Claire and Ian’s influence over Mariah create further danger. Their plot culminates in violent confrontations in January 2025.
Amy Lewis returns to Genoa City and reveals that Nate has a half-brother, Damian Kane. Holden Novak initially poses as Damian, complicating Nate’s search for the truth. Damian eventually enters the family’s orbit, but his story ends tragically during the France storyline.
A mysterious billionaire draws several Genoa City residents to his estate in Nice. He is revealed to be Cane Ashby, now portrayed by Billy Flynn. His ambitions, his complicated history with Lily, and the violent events surrounding the gathering culminate in multiple deaths and renewed family conflicts.
Other significant developments include Cole Howard’s fatal illness, Chance Chancellor’s investigation and subsequent death, the deterioration of Traci’s romance with the man she believes is Alan Laurent, and the romantic triangle involving Kyle, Claire and Audra. Paramount Press Express+2
4. Births
No major on-screen birth of a new central-family baby has been confirmed for Season 52 in the sources reviewed.
Several young children remain part of the story, notably Dominic, Aria, Harrison, Johnny, Katie and Connor, but their births predate the season.
5. Recasts and SORAS
Character
Casting change
Date
Cane Ashby
Daniel Goddard → Billy Flynn
June 2025
Summer Newman
Allison Lanier departs; no immediate replacement
May 2, 2025
Dominic Winters
No confirmed SORAS during Season 52
—
Harrison Abbott
Redding Munsell continues in the role
—
The most significant recast is Cane Ashby, whose return as Aristotle Dumas introduces Billy Flynn in a role previously associated with Daniel Goddard.
There is no confirmed major child-to-adult SORAS during this season. Dominic’s later recasting with Ethan Ray Clark belongs to 2026, outside Season 52. Soap Opera Digest+2
6. New characters
Character
Actor
First appearance
Holden Novak
Nathan Owens
January 8, 2025
Damian Kane
Jermaine Rivers
February 3, 2025
Carter
Vincent Stalba
May 2025
Aristotle Dumas (new identity for Cane Ashby)
Billy Flynn
June 2025
Holden initially presents himself as Damian Kane, before his real identity is established. Aristotle Dumas is a new alias rather than an entirely new character. Wikipédia+2
7. Departures
Character
Actor
Date / circumstances
Jordan Howard
Colleen Zenk
January 24, 2025 — death
Cameron Kirsten
Linden Ashby
January 27, 2025 — final hallucination appearance
Martin Laurent
Christopher Cousins
April 2025 — storyline concludes
Summer Newman
Allison Lanier
May 2, 2025 — leaves for Italy
Cole Howard
J. Eddie Peck
July 2025 — death
Damian Kane
Jermaine Rivers
July 14–15, 2025 — murdered
Chance Chancellor
Conner Floyd
July 28, 2025 — killed
Carter
Vincent Stalba
July 28, 2025 — dies
Ian Ward’s January 2025 exit is also significant, although the character’s apparent death should not be treated as permanently established. ComingSoon+3
8. Returning characters
Amy Lewis — October 29, 2024: Valarie Pettiford takes over the role originated by Stephanie E. Williams in 1983.
Harmony Hamilton — November 2024: Chene Lawson returns for the Devon and Abby wedding storyline.
Ana Hamilton — November 2024: Loren Lott returns after an absence dating to 2019.
Ian Ward — late 2024: Ray Wise reprises his villainous role.
Jordan Howard — 2024–January 2025: Colleen Zenk continues the character’s revenge storyline.
Cane Ashby — June 2025: Billy Flynn assumes the role previously portrayed by Daniel Goddard.
Colin Atkinson — July 2025: Tristan Rogers makes a brief return as Cane’s father.
November 13, 2024 — the couple marries at the newly rebuilt Newman Ranch, in the show’s 13,000th episode. The ceremony reunites several members of their extended families. TV Insider+1
Danny Romalotti and Christine Blair: Danny proposes on July 10, 2025, but their wedding does not take place until November 21–24, 2025, during Season 53. It must therefore be excluded from Season 52’s marriages. Soap Opera Digest+1
10. Deaths
Character
Date
Circumstances
Jordan Howard
January 2025
Dies following her confrontation with the Newmans
Cole Howard
Early July 2025
Dies from Legionnaires’ disease
Damian Kane
July 14, 2025
Poisoned and stabbed in France
Chance Chancellor
July 2025
Fatally shot while investigating the murders
Carter
July 28, 2025
Dies after shooting Chance
Heather Stevens’s murder, although central to Season 52, occurred in September 2024, before the season’s official October 3 premiere. Cameron Kirsten had also died previously; his appearances during this period were hallucinations. Soap Opera Digest+2
No new crossover appearance within the October 3, 2024–October 6, 2025 window could be reliably confirmed from the sources reviewed.
The notable adjacent crossover involved:
Danny Romalotti — Michael Damian
Christine Blair — Lauralee Bell
Both appeared on The Bold and the Beautiful on August 13–14, 2024, when Danny performed at a Forrester gathering. Those episodes predate Season 52 and therefore belong to the preceding Y&R season’s chronology. EW.com+1
B&B → Y&R
Sally Spectra — Courtney Hope continues as a regular Y&R character throughout Season 52. Originally introduced on B&B, she has been based in Genoa City since 2020.
Her appearances in Season 52 are therefore part of an ongoing character transfer, not a newly dated crossover event. Soap Opera Digest+1
Related CBS crossover: Beyond the Gates
Although outside the requested Y&R/B&B category, a notable crossover occurs in 2025 when Devon Winters (Bryton James) appears on Beyond the Gates, interacting with Anita Dupree (Tamara Tunie). The appearance was publicized in late July 2025. Soap Opera Digest
12. Season 52 highlights
Season 52 combines several major milestones: the 13,000th episode, the wedding of Abby and Devon, the return of legacy characters, the conclusion of Jordan Howard’s revenge storyline, and the introduction of Billy Flynn as a reinvented Cane Ashby.
Its most consequential summer developments are the deaths of Cole Howard, Damian Kane and Chance Chancellor, which reshape the relationships and power struggles in Genoa City.
Research note: CBS’s September 2024 press release provides the authoritative premiere date. The season-finale boundary comes from TheTVDB rather than an independently verified CBS finale announcement. The cast inventory is extensive but not demonstrably exhaustive, particularly for one-episode guests and child performers. Some individual dates are approximate where a reliable broadcast-day confirmation was unavailable.
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
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.
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.
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 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.
The 51st season of The Young and the Restless (Y&R) covers the 2023–2024 broadcast year of the long-running CBS daytime drama created by William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell.
Season premiere: October 3, 2023.
Season finale: September 27, 2024.
Network: CBS.
Production: Bell Dramatic Serial Company / Sony Pictures Television.
Executive producer and head writer: Josh Griffith.
Setting: Genoa City, Wisconsin.
Major milestone: The series celebrated its 51st anniversary on March 26, 2024.
Season 52 premiere: September 30, 2024.
Season 51 combined family drama, corporate intrigue, psychological suspense and several major returns.
Its most significant storylines included the introduction of Claire Grace and the revelation of her true identity as Eve Nicole Howard, the return of the supposedly deceased Jordan Howard, Ashley Abbott’s dissociative identity disorder, Nikki Newman’s relapse into alcoholism, and the complicated relationship between Adam Newman, Sally Spectra and Chelsea Lawson.
The season also marked the return of several familiar faces, including Cole Howard, Heather Stevens, Danny Romalotti and Patty Williams, while introducing a new generation of characters through recasts and the arrival of Lucy Romalotti and Faith Newman’s expanded storylines.
Important archival clarification
The episode-by-episode Season 51 catalogue identifies October 2, 2024, rather than September 27, as the season finale. It lists 255 episodes, beginning with episode 12716 on October 3, 2023. The September 27 episode was a special celebrating Sharon Case’s 30th anniversary on the series, but it was not the final episode of the season. Originals for Paramount+
The remainder of this overview therefore uses October 3, 2023–October 2, 2024 as the Season 51 period.
2. Characters and Cast
The following directory is arranged alphabetically by character surname, rather than by first name. It covers the principal cast, significant recurring characters, returning characters, and identifiable child performers.
For characters with several surnames, the name most commonly used during Season 51 is preferred. The list also includes relevant guest characters. It should not be considered a fully verified inventory of every one-day performer or uncredited infant.
A
Abby Newman Abbott Chancellor — portrayed by Melissa Ordway
Adam Newman — portrayed by Mark Grossman
Alan Laurent — portrayed by Christopher Cousins
Ashley Abbott — portrayed by Eileen Davidson
Audra Charles — portrayed by Zuleyka Silver
B
Billy Abbott — portrayed by Jason Thompson
Chelsea Lawson — portrayed by Melissa Claire Egan
Christine Blair Williams — portrayed by Lauralee Bell
Chloe Mitchell Fisher — portrayed by Elizabeth Hendrickson
C
Chance Chancellor — portrayed by Conner Floyd
Claire Grace / Eve Nicole Howard — portrayed by Hayley Erin
Cole Howard — portrayed by J. Eddie Peck
Connor Newman — portrayed by Judah Mackey
D
Daniel Romalotti Jr. — portrayed by Michael Graziadei
Danny Romalotti — portrayed by Michael Damian
Devon Hamilton Winters — portrayed by Bryton James
Diane Jenkins Abbott — portrayed by Susan Walters
Dominic Abbott Newman Winters Chancellor — portrayed by young child performers whose individual Season 51 credits have not been conclusively established
F
Faith Newman — portrayed by Reylynn Caster
Fenmore Baldwin — portrayed by Zach Tinker (Season 51 appearance not independently verified)
G
Gloria Abbott Bardwell — portrayed by Judith Chapman (Season 51 appearance not independently verified)
H
Harrison Locke / Harrison Abbott — portrayed by Kellen Enriquez and Redding Munsell
Heather Stevens — portrayed by Vail Bloom
J
Jack Abbott — portrayed by Peter Bergman
Jill Abbott — portrayed by Jess Walton
Johnny Abbott — portrayed by Paxton Mishkind
Jordan Howard — portrayed by Colleen Zenk
K
Katie Abbott — portrayed by Sienna Mercuri
Kevin Fisher — portrayed by Greg Rikaart
Kyle Abbott — portrayed by Michael Mealor
L
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
Lily Winters — portrayed by Christel Khalil
Lucy Romalotti — portrayed by Lily Brooks O’Briant
M
Mamie Johnson — portrayed by Veronica Redd
Mariah Copeland — portrayed by Camryn Grimes
Martin Laurent — portrayed by Christopher Cousins
Michael Baldwin — portrayed by Christian LeBlanc
Seth Morgan — portrayed by Brian Gaskill
N
Nate Hastings Jr. — portrayed by Sean Dominic
Nicholas Newman — portrayed by Joshua Morrow
Nikki Newman — portrayed by Melody Thomas Scott
Nina Webster — portrayed by Tricia Cast
P
Phyllis Summers — portrayed by Michelle Stafford
R
Sally Spectra — portrayed by Courtney Hope
Sharon Newman Rosales — portrayed by Sharon Case
Summer Newman Abbott — portrayed by Allison Lanier
Cameron Kirsten — portrayed by Linden Ashby, appearing as a hallucination
Dawn — portrayed by Gina Garcia-Sharp
Miriam — portrayed by Isabella Dake
Nadia — portrayed by Coco Nation
Amanda Sinclair — portrayed by Mishael Morgan (a Season 51 appearance has not been independently established)
Important casting distinction: Alan Laurent and Martin Laurent are identical twins portrayed by Christopher Cousins. Although Martin eventually impersonated Alan, they are separate characters and should be listed individually.
The Harrison recast is documented by Soap Opera Digest, while the principal ensemble and child performers can be cross-checked against the Y&R cast directory.
3. Main Storylines
3.1. Claire Grace’s Arrival and the Newman Family Secret
One of Season 51’s most important storylines began with the arrival of Claire Grace, portrayed by Hayley Erin.
Claire was introduced as Nikki Newman’s seemingly efficient and trustworthy assistant at Newman Media.
Nikki quickly developed confidence in the young woman, unaware that Claire was hiding a dangerous secret.
Claire was working with her great-aunt, Jordan Howard, who had spent years plotting revenge against the Newman family.
Their scheme culminated in November 2023, when Nikki traveled to a remote lake house in Oregon.
Claire and Jordan held Nikki captive and forced her to drink alcohol, exploiting her history of alcoholism.
Victor, Victoria and Nick subsequently arrived and also became targets of Jordan’s revenge plot.
The confrontation revealed Claire’s true identity.
She was Eve Nicole Howard, the daughter of Victoria Newman and Cole Howard, whom both parents had believed had died shortly after birth in the late 1990s.
Jordan had secretly raised Claire, convincing her that the Newmans had abandoned her.
The revelation fundamentally changed Claire’s life and introduced a previously unknown member of the Newman family.
3.2. Jordan Howard Terrorizes the Newmans
Jordan Howard, portrayed by Colleen Zenk, became one of the season’s principal antagonists.
Her hatred of the Newman family originated in the troubled history of her brother, Richard Howard, and his relationship with the Newmans.
Jordan had raised Claire to become an instrument of revenge.
Following the events in Oregon, Jordan continued to threaten Nikki and the family.
She escaped custody, adopted disguises and repeatedly attempted to manipulate Claire.
In early 2024, Jordan intensified her campaign of psychological terror against Nikki.
She later kidnapped Harrison Abbott, using the child to exert pressure on Claire and the Newman family.
Victor eventually captured Jordan and secretly imprisoned her in a makeshift cell at the Newman Ranch.
His decision to take justice into his own hands created further conflict within the family.
Jordan’s storyline continued beyond the end of Season 51.
3.3. Nikki Newman’s Relapse Into Alcoholism
Nikki’s forced relapse in November 2023 had devastating consequences.
After years of sobriety, she struggled with shame, anxiety and an overwhelming desire to drink.
Although Victor attempted to support her, Nikki concealed the extent of her difficulties.
Her dependence worsened as Jordan continued threatening her.
Jack Abbott became an important source of emotional support.
In May 2024, Jack took an extreme step to convince Nikki of the seriousness of her addiction, deliberately taking drugs in her presence and putting his own sobriety and health at risk.
The incident deeply disturbed Diane Jenkins Abbott.
Nikki eventually entered treatment and began rebuilding her sobriety.
The storyline explored addiction, relapse, trauma and the complicated relationships between Nikki, Victor and Jack.
3.4. Claire Discovers Her True Family
After learning that Jordan had manipulated her throughout her childhood, Claire began attempting to rebuild her life.
Victoria Newman and Cole Howard gradually accepted her as their daughter.
Victor and Nikki were initially suspicious, remembering Claire’s involvement in Jordan’s crimes.
However, Claire demonstrated genuine remorse and increasingly rejected Jordan’s influence.
Her relationship with Victoria became central to her rehabilitation.
Claire also developed a bond with her younger siblings, Johnny and Katie.
In 2024, she began working as Harrison Abbott’s nanny.
Her connection with Harrison brought her closer to Kyle Abbott and created tensions with Summer Newman.
Claire’s transformation from antagonist to sympathetic young woman was one of the season’s most significant character developments.
Ashley Abbott experienced an increasingly severe psychological crisis following the breakdown of her relationship with Tucker McCall.
She became convinced that Tucker had behaved violently toward her during an argument in Paris.
However, Tucker disputed her recollection.
Ashley’s behavior subsequently became unpredictable.
She experienced memory lapses and began displaying distinct personalities.
These included an aggressive personality determined to protect Ashley from perceived threats and another who attempted to manipulate Tucker.
Her family gradually realized that she was experiencing a serious mental health crisis.
In spring 2024, Ashley traveled to Paris with Traci Abbott and psychiatrist Alan Laurent.
The investigation into her symptoms revealed a connection with traumatic experiences from her past.
Ashley eventually entered specialized psychiatric treatment.
The storyline also introduced Alan’s identical twin brother, Martin Laurent, whose involvement complicated the mystery.
3.6. Alan and Martin Laurent: The Paris Mystery
Alan Laurent was introduced as a psychiatrist and longtime acquaintance of Ashley.
He attempted to help her understand her dissociative episodes.
However, Ashley’s memories of events in Paris did not correspond with Alan’s account.
The mystery deepened when Alan’s identical twin brother, Martin, was revealed.
Martin had impersonated Alan and was responsible for a traumatic encounter with Ashley.
In June 2024, a confrontation between the brothers ended with a man falling to his death.
The surviving man was believed to be Alan.
However, a later storyline revealed that Martin had survived and assumed Alan’s identity.
For Season 51 archival purposes, this is particularly important: the audience was initially led to believe that Martin had died. The eventual revelation that Alan was the actual victim occurred after Season 51.
3.7. Traci Abbott Finds Romance in Paris
Traci Abbott became closely involved in Ashley’s recovery.
During their time in Paris, Traci developed a romantic connection with the man she believed to be Alan Laurent.
Their relationship offered Traci the possibility of happiness after years of personal disappointments.
By the end of Season 51, the relationship had become increasingly serious.
However, the man Traci believed to be Alan was actually Martin, a revelation reserved for a later season.
3.8. Jack and Diane Abbott’s Marriage Faces New Challenges
Jack and Diane celebrated their marriage in October 2023.
Their relationship initially appeared stable despite the continuing hostility of some family members.
However, several developments threatened their happiness.
Jack’s decision to help Nikki through her addiction crisis deeply upset Diane.
She feared that Jack was jeopardizing his own recovery and their marriage.
Meanwhile, Kyle Abbott became increasingly frustrated with his parents’ management of Jabot.
Diane’s professional authority over Kyle created resentment.
Kyle eventually left Jabot and joined Glissade, a rival company controlled by Victor Newman.
The decision intensified the conflict between Kyle and his parents.
3.9. Victor Newman Targets Jabot and Chancellor
Victor continued pursuing his ambition to dominate Genoa City’s business world.
He became determined to weaken Jack Abbott and Jabot.
To accomplish this, Victor secretly acquired control of Glissade and used Kyle and Audra Charles to challenge the Abbott family’s company.
His manipulation contributed to Kyle’s estrangement from Jack and Diane.
Victor also developed plans to acquire Chancellor Industries.
He hoped to restore Nikki to a position of power while undermining Billy Abbott.
His corporate maneuvering brought him into conflict with Jill Abbott, Lily Winters and other members of the Chancellor-Winters organization.
By September 2024, Victor was actively working to remove Billy from the company.
3.10. Billy Abbott and Lily Winters Battle for Chancellor
Billy and Lily’s professional partnership deteriorated during Season 51.
Billy became increasingly determined to establish his own authority within Chancellor-Winters.
Lily questioned his judgment and feared that his ambitions threatened the company’s stability.
Jill Abbott’s health problems complicated the situation.
Billy eventually gained greater control of the company and renamed it Abbott-Chancellor.
Lily became increasingly frustrated by his decisions.
Victor exploited their disagreements and attempted to persuade Lily to help him take control of the business.
The conflict continued into Season 52.
3.11. Devon and Abby Plan Their Future
Devon Hamilton Winters and Abby Newman continued building their relationship while raising Dominic.
Their bond grew stronger despite tensions involving their extended families.
Devon also faced difficult decisions concerning Chancellor-Winters and his relationship with Lily.
In 2024, Devon proposed to Abby.
She accepted, and the couple began planning their wedding.
Their wedding did not take place during Season 51.
The ceremony occurred in November 2024, during Season 52.
3.12. Adam Newman and Chelsea Lawson Face Connor’s Mental Health Crisis
Adam and Chelsea became increasingly concerned about their son, Connor Newman.
Connor was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
His symptoms affected his everyday life and relationships.
He eventually entered a specialized residential treatment program.
Adam and Chelsea struggled with guilt and anxiety as they attempted to support him.
Their shared concern brought them emotionally closer.
In July 2024, while away from Genoa City dealing with Connor’s treatment, Adam and Chelsea slept together.
The encounter created a major crisis in their respective relationships with Sally Spectra and Billy Abbott.
Adam initially concealed the truth from Sally.
Chelsea also struggled to confess her infidelity to Billy.
The truth eventually emerged, contributing to the breakdown of both relationships.
3.13. Sally Spectra and Adam Newman’s Relationship Collapses
Following the death of their daughter Ava during Season 50, Sally and Adam gradually reconnected.
Their renewed relationship appeared to offer them a chance to rebuild their lives.
However, Adam’s involvement with Chelsea complicated matters.
When Sally discovered that Adam had slept with Chelsea, she felt deeply betrayed.
Adam attempted to justify his behavior by referring to the emotional pressure surrounding Connor’s treatment.
Sally nevertheless decided that she could no longer trust him.
Their relationship ended in September 2024.
3.14. Sharon Newman Experiences a Psychological Crisis
Sharon became increasingly unstable during the summer of 2024.
She struggled with memories of her daughter Cassie’s death and unresolved feelings about her past.
Her behavior alarmed Nick Newman and Mariah Copeland.
Sharon began experiencing hallucinations involving Cameron Kirsten, the man who had terrorized her in 2023.
Cameron appeared as a manifestation of Sharon’s psychological distress.
He encouraged her to confront Daniel Romalotti, whom she associated with Cassie’s death.
Sharon became increasingly obsessed with Daniel and his family.
In September 2024, she entered Daniel and Heather’s home.
A confrontation with Heather Stevens ended in tragedy.
The full consequences of Heather’s death were explored during the opening episodes of Season 52.
3.15. Daniel, Heather and Lucy Romalotti
Daniel Romalotti continued rebuilding his relationship with Heather Stevens.
The couple attempted to create a stable family life with their daughter, Lucy.
However, Lucy struggled with adolescence, loneliness and her desire to become friends with Faith Newman.
Her attempts to impress older teenagers caused tension with her parents.
In August 2024, Lucy became involved in an alcohol-related incident.
Faith was injured in a car accident after attempting to help her.
The incident intensified Sharon’s resentment toward Daniel’s family.
By September 2024, Daniel and Heather were considering a fresh start away from Genoa City.
Their plans were destroyed by Heather’s death.
3.16. Summer, Kyle and Claire’s Custody Conflict
Summer and Kyle continued struggling over their relationship with Harrison.
Although Kyle was Harrison’s biological father, Summer had become an important maternal figure in his life.
Their separation complicated custody arrangements.
The situation became more difficult when Claire was hired as Harrison’s nanny.
Summer initially distrusted Claire because of her past involvement with Jordan.
Kyle, however, believed Claire deserved another chance.
The conflict intensified when Kyle became romantically interested in Claire.
By the end of Season 51, Kyle and Summer had reached a fragile understanding regarding Harrison.
3.17. Audra Charles and Tucker McCall Battle for Glissade
Audra continued pursuing her professional ambitions.
Her relationship with Tucker McCall became increasingly antagonistic.
Both wanted control of Glissade, the international company Tucker hoped to use to expand his influence.
Their conflict culminated in Paris in June 2024.
Audra successfully outmaneuvered Tucker, with Victor Newman’s support.
Tucker lost control of Glissade and subsequently disappeared from the main storylines.
Audra later found herself competing with Kyle Abbott for authority within the company.
3.18. Danny Romalotti, Christine Blair and Phyllis Summers
Danny’s return revived a classic romantic triangle.
Christine Blair, newly separated from Paul Williams, reconnected with her former husband.
Phyllis Summers also attempted to rekindle her relationship with Danny.
Danny found himself caught between the two women.
Christine and Phyllis resumed their longstanding rivalry.
Eventually, Danny chose Christine.
The couple reunited and left Genoa City together as Danny resumed his musical career.
Their reconciliation provided a nostalgic storyline involving characters whose history stretched back several decades.
4. Births
No major on-screen birth of a new child to the principal families has been established during Season 51.
The season focused on the discovery of Claire’s identity, existing parent-child relationships, and Connor’s mental health.
Child
Parents
Status during Season 51
Aria Porter-Copeland
Mariah Copeland and Tessa Porter (adoptive mothers)
Adopted in Season 50
Connor Newman
Adam Newman and Chelsea Lawson
Existing child; central to the OCD storyline
Dominic Abbott Newman Winters Chancellor
Abby Newman and Devon Hamilton (biological parents)
Existing child
Harrison Abbott
Kyle Abbott and Tara Locke (biological parents)
Existing child; recast in 2024
Johnny Abbott
Billy Abbott and Chelsea Lawson (biological parents); raised by Victoria Newman
Existing child
Katie Abbott
Billy Abbott and Victoria Newman
Existing child
Lucy Romalotti
Daniel Romalotti and Daisy Carter
Existing child; major teenage storyline
Claire’s discovery that she was Victoria and Cole’s daughter was a major family revelation, but not a birth during Season 51.
5. Recasts and SORAS
Harrison Abbott — Redding Munsell
First appearance: April 12, 2024.
Previous actor: Kellen Enriquez.
New actor: Redding Munsell.
Character: Harrison Abbott, biological son of Kyle Abbott and Tara Locke.
Redding Munsell replaced Kellen Enriquez, who had originated the role in May 2021.
The recast occurred as Harrison became central to the storyline involving Claire Grace and Jordan Howard.
Munsell’s arrival also coincided with an expansion of Harrison’s dialogue and screen time.
Classification: Child recast, with some apparent aging of the character, but not a dramatic child-to-adult SORAS.
Alan was introduced as a psychiatrist and acquaintance of Ashley Abbott.
He became involved in the investigation of Ashley’s psychological crisis.
His identical twin brother, Martin, subsequently complicated the storyline.
Martin Laurent — Christopher Cousins
Debut: May 30, 2024.
Martin was Alan’s identical twin brother.
He had impersonated Alan during an encounter with Ashley in Paris.
His actions contributed to Ashley’s psychological trauma.
In June 2024, Martin assumed Alan’s identity following a fatal confrontation.
The deception was not revealed until a later season.
Additional new characters
Character
Actor
First appearance
Nadia
Coco Nation
February 14, 2024
Dr. Alcott
Catherine Dyer
March 4, 2024
Dawn
Gina Garcia-Sharp
June 3, 2024
Miriam
Isabella Dake
July 22, 2024
Nadia appeared in a hospital storyline involving Claire.
Dr. Alcott was involved in Connor Newman’s psychiatric treatment.
Dawn worked with Tucker McCall in Paris.
Miriam appeared as a friend of Faith Newman.
These supporting roles are documented in contemporary casting records. Wikipedia
7. Character Departures
Tucker McCall — Trevor St. John
Departure: June 2024.
Tucker’s final major storyline involved his battle with Audra Charles for control of Glissade.
After losing the company and suffering further personal setbacks, Tucker disappeared from Genoa City’s main storylines.
Trevor St. John confirmed his departure from the series in June 2024.
Danny Romalotti — Michael Damian
Departure: 2024.
Danny reunited with Christine Blair and resumed his musical career.
Their reconciliation allowed the characters to leave Genoa City together.
Classification: Departure following a recurring return, rather than the permanent removal of a contract character.
Christine Blair Williams — Lauralee Bell
Departure from the principal storylines: 2024.
Christine reunited with Danny after the collapse of her marriage to Paul Williams.
She accompanied Danny as he resumed touring.
Classification: Temporary or recurring-character departure.
Seth Morgan — Brian Gaskill
Departure: March 2024.
Seth died after becoming involved in Jordan’s revenge plot.
Alan Laurent — Christopher Cousins
Death: June 7, 2024.
Alan was killed during a confrontation with his twin brother, Martin.
However, viewers initially believed that Martin was the brother who had died.
Christopher Cousins continued appearing as Martin impersonating Alan.
Heather Stevens — Vail Bloom
Departure: September 26, 2024.
Heather died following a confrontation in Daniel’s apartment.
Her death became the central mystery connecting the end of Season 51 with the beginning of Season 52.
Other departures
Some recurring characters, including Mamie Johnson and Danny Romalotti, appeared intermittently rather than maintaining a continuous presence throughout the season.
Their absences should not automatically be classified as permanent departures.
8. Returning Characters
Cole Howard — J. Eddie Peck
Return: November 2023.
Cole returned to Genoa City after more than two decades away.
His return was directly connected to the revelation that Claire Grace was his daughter with Victoria Newman.
Cole had previously been a major character during the 1990s.
His return revived his complicated romantic history with Victoria.
Mamie Johnson — Veronica Redd
Return continuing from September 2023.
Mamie had returned shortly before Season 51 began.
She became involved in Chancellor-Winters and the family’s business affairs.
Her attempts to influence Devon, Lily and Nate created conflict with Jill Abbott.
Danny Romalotti — Michael Damian
Return continuing into Season 51.
Danny became central to a renewed romantic triangle involving Christine Blair and Phyllis Summers.
He eventually chose Christine.
Heather Stevens — Vail Bloom
Return continuing from 2023.
Heather resumed her relationship with Daniel Romalotti.
Their family life with Lucy became an important storyline.
Her return ultimately ended in tragedy in September 2024.
Cole Howard and Victoria Newman
Cole’s return also revived the possibility of a romantic reconciliation with Victoria.
Their relationship developed gradually as they attempted to support Claire.
Cameron Kirsten — Linden Ashby
Return: August 2024.
Cameron returned as a hallucination experienced by Sharon Newman.
He had been killed in June 2023.
Classification: Hallucination or psychological manifestation, not a resurrection.
Patty Williams — Stacy Haiduk
Patty Williams did not make a confirmed new on-screen return during Season 51.
Her historical importance to the series should not be confused with an actual 2023–2024 appearance.
Nina Webster — Tricia Cast
Nina continued making occasional appearances connected with Chance Chancellor.
Her presence maintained the show’s links with its earlier generations.
9. Marriages
Jack Abbott and Diane Jenkins Abbott — Vow Renewal
Date: October 9, 2023.
Jack and Diane renewed their wedding vows at the Abbott mansion.
Their son, Kyle Abbott, officiated the ceremony.
Family members and friends gathered to celebrate their relationship, although Nikki Newman remained suspicious of Diane.
Tucker McCall’s unexpected appearance complicated the festivities.
Classification: Vow renewal, not a new marriage.
Jack and Diane had legally married on July 28, 2023, during Season 50.
Alan died during a confrontation with his identical twin brother, Martin Laurent, in Paris.
The two men struggled and fell from a balcony.
The survivor was initially believed to be Alan.
However, a subsequent storyline revealed that Martin had survived and assumed his brother’s identity.
Status: Deceased.
Important archival distinction: During Season 51, the death was presented as Martin’s. Alan’s actual fate was revealed during a later season.
Heather Stevens — September 26, 2024
Portrayed by Vail Bloom.
Heather died following a confrontation with Sharon Newman in Daniel Romalotti’s apartment.
Sharon, experiencing a severe psychological crisis, lost consciousness during the altercation.
When she regained awareness, Heather was lying motionless on the floor.
Believing herself responsible for Heather’s death, Sharon concealed the evidence and disposed of her body.
The storyline initially presented Sharon as the killer, although later revelations complicated that account.
Status: Deceased.
Heather’s death occurred on September 26, 2024, and its aftermath continued into Season 52. Us
Cameron Kirsten — Hallucination
Portrayed by Linden Ashby.
Cameron appeared during Sharon’s psychological crisis.
However, the character had already died in June 2023.
Classification: Not a Season 51 death.
Jordan Howard — Apparent Deaths and Escapes
Portrayed by Colleen Zenk.
Jordan repeatedly appeared to be on the verge of death.
However, she survived and continued threatening the Newman family.
Status: Alive at the end of Season 51.
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
Season 51 included a significant crossover involving two established The Young and the Restless characters appearing on The Bold and the Beautiful.
11.1. Y&R Characters Appearing in B&B
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — Tracey E. Bregman
Crossover beginning: October 25, 2023.
Lauren traveled from Genoa City to Los Angeles to attend a major Forrester Creations fashion event.
The event featured a competition between Eric Forrester and his son, Ridge Forrester.
Lauren attended as a representative of Fenmore’s department stores and a longtime friend of the Forrester family.
Her appearance reinforced the established relationship between the fashion businesses featured in the two series.
Esther Valentine — Kate Linder
Crossover beginning: October 25, 2023.
Esther accompanied Lauren to Los Angeles.
She was excited about the opportunity to attend a Forrester fashion show and potentially acquire a Forrester original.
The crossover provided a lighter storyline involving Esther’s enthusiasm for the glamorous world of fashion.
It also marked an important appearance for a character who had been associated with Katherine Chancellor and the Chancellor household for decades.
Crossover Details
Y&R character
Portrayed by
B&B crossover
Event
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin
Tracey E. Bregman
Beginning October 25, 2023
Forrester Creations fashion showdown
Esther Valentine
Kate Linder
Beginning October 25, 2023
Forrester Creations fashion showdown
The crossover formed part of a five-episode fashion-show storyline.
The official B&B archive confirms that Lauren and Esther arrived in Los Angeles on October 25, 2023, in Season 37, Episode 25. The Bold and the Beautiful
Three distinctions are particularly important when documenting Season 51.
First, the season boundaries: the 255-episode catalogue runs from October 3, 2023, through October 2, 2024. The episode broadcast on September 27, 2024, was not the season finale.
Second, character deaths: Alan Laurent’s death was initially presented as Martin Laurent’s death. Heather Stevens’s death was initially attributed to Sharon Newman. Subsequent revelations must be distinguished from what viewers knew during Season 51.
Third, casting and SORAS: Harrison Abbott’s April 2024 recast is confirmed. The returns of Johnny, Katie, Faith and Lucy should not be described as new Season 51 recasts without evidence of an actor change.
The character directory covers the established principal and significant recurring cast, but some minor guest roles and infant credits remain unverified. It should therefore not be treated as a certified complete list of all performers credited across the season’s 255 episodes.
The 36th season of The Bold and the Beautiful (B&B) covers the 2022–2023 broadcast year of the CBS daytime drama created by William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell.
Season premiere: September 26, 2022.
Season finale: September 22, 2023.
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 36th anniversary on March 23, 2023.
Season 37 premiere: September 25, 2023.
Season 36 was dominated by the rivalry between Brooke Logan and Taylor Hayes, Sheila Carter’s increasingly dangerous schemes, the collapse of Liam and Hope Spencer’s marriage, and the growing romantic relationship between Hope Logan and Thomas Forrester.
The season also featured the return of several familiar characters, including Stephen Logan, Bridget Forrester and Ridge Forrester Jr. (RJ), as well as the introduction of new characters connected to the Forrester family.
The season’s most significant developments included Bill Spencer’s secret alliance with Ridge Forrester and the FBI to capture Sheila Carter, the revelation that Thomas had framed Brooke using a voice-changing application, and Hope’s decision to pursue a romantic relationship with Thomas despite their troubled history.
Archival correction: The official episode archive establishes that Season 36 ended on September 20, 2023, not September 22. Season 37 began on September 21, 2023. The dates above should therefore be read with this correction. The official archive identifies Season 36 as a 250-episode season, running from episode 8860 to episode 9109. The Bold and the Beautiful
The following directory is arranged alphabetically by character surname, including children and significant recurring characters. It distinguishes established appearances from credits that cannot be independently verified. It is a substantial cast directory rather than a certified complete list of every background and one-day guest role.
B
Lieutenant Bradley Baker — portrayed by Dan Martin
Bill Spencer Jr. — portrayed by Don Diamont
Brooke Logan — portrayed by Katherine Kelly Lang
C
Carter Walton — portrayed by Lawrence Saint-Victor
Charlie Webber — portrayed by Dick Christie
Sheila Carter — portrayed by Kimberlin Brown
D
Deacon Sharpe — portrayed by Sean Kanan
Donna Logan — portrayed by Jennifer Gareis
Douglas Forrester — portrayed by Henry Joseph Samiri
Douglas Forrester — portrayed by Django Ferri (temporary recast before the season)
F
Beth Spencer — portrayed by child performers (individual Season 36 credits not fully verified)
Bridget Forrester — portrayed by Ashley Jones
Eric Forrester — portrayed by John McCook
Hayes Finnegan — portrayed by infant performers (individual Season 36 credits not fully verified)
Hope Logan Spencer — portrayed by Annika Noelle
John “Finn” Finnegan — portrayed by Tanner Novlan
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
Dr. Li Finnegan — portrayed by Naomi Matsuda
L
Katie Logan — portrayed by Heather Tom
Stephen Logan — portrayed by Patrick Duffy
Lucy (Forrester employee) — supporting character; casting not verified
N
Luna Nozawa — portrayed by Lisa Yamada
P
Paris Buckingham — portrayed by Diamond White
Pamela Douglas — portrayed by Alley Mills
S
Liam Spencer — portrayed by Scott Clifton
Wyatt Spencer — portrayed by Darin Brooks
V
Vincent “Vinny” Walker — portrayed by Joe LoCicero (historical character; no new Season 36 appearance verified)
Additional recurring and guest characters
Andrea Bocelli — portrayed by himself
Jessica — portrayed by guest performer (credit not verified)
Hollis — portrayed by Hollis W. Chambers
Count Boucie — portrayed by guest performer (credit not verified)
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
Justin Barber — portrayed by Aaron D. Spears
Mike Guthrie — portrayed by Ken Hanes
Othello — portrayed by Othello Clark
Paul “Hollis” Hollister — portrayed by Hollis W. Chambers
Dr. Grace Buckingham — portrayed by Cassandra Creech (Season 36 appearance not confirmed)
Casting notes: Joshua Hoffman joined as RJ in April 2023, while Lisa Yamada debuted as Luna in September. CBS confirms Yamada’s casting and describes Luna as a mysterious fashion student arriving at Forrester Creations. CBS
The inclusion of historical or unverified roles above should not be interpreted as confirmation that those characters appeared during this season.
3. Main Storylines
3.1. Ridge Forrester Chooses Taylor Hayes Over Brooke Logan
Season 36 opened with Ridge Forrester caught between two women who had dominated his romantic life for decades: Brooke Logan and Taylor Hayes.
The conflict intensified when Brooke became concerned about Thomas Forrester’s behavior around his son, Douglas.
Thomas had been holding a knife while cutting an apple, but Brooke interpreted the situation as potentially threatening.
Shortly afterward, Child Protective Services received a complaint concerning Thomas.
Ridge believed Brooke had made the call, despite her repeated denials.
Unknown to Ridge, Thomas had used a voice-changing application to impersonate Brooke.
The deception convinced Ridge that Brooke had betrayed his family.
In October 2022, Ridge traveled to Aspen, Colorado, where Taylor was staying with Steffy.
He declared his love for Taylor and decided to end his marriage to Brooke.
The official episode archive confirms that Ridge chose Taylor in the October 10, 2022 episode. The Bold and the Beautiful
3.2. Thomas Forrester’s CPS Deception
Thomas’s manipulation became one of the season’s central conflicts.
Determined to reunite his parents, Ridge and Taylor, he used a voice-changing application to make a fraudulent call to Child Protective Services.
The scheme succeeded in driving Ridge away from Brooke.
However, Douglas eventually discovered evidence of the deception.
As Ridge and Taylor prepared to marry in November 2022, Steffy learned the truth.
She interrupted the wedding and exposed Thomas’s actions.
Ridge was devastated by his son’s manipulation.
Taylor and Ridge’s wedding was abandoned, and Thomas faced serious consequences within his family and at Forrester Creations.
3.3. Brooke Logan and Taylor Hayes Become Friends
Following the collapse of Taylor’s wedding to Ridge, Brooke and Taylor reached an unexpected understanding.
Rather than continuing their decades-long rivalry, they decided to reject the romantic competition that had repeatedly damaged their lives.
The two women developed a genuine friendship.
They spent time together, supported each other emotionally and agreed that neither should sacrifice her happiness for Ridge.
Their friendship represented a significant departure from the traditional Brooke–Taylor rivalry.
However, the relationship became increasingly complicated when Ridge returned and renewed his interest in Brooke.
By June 2023, Brooke and Ridge had reconciled, effectively ending the unusual friendship between the two former rivals.
3.4. Sheila Carter Escapes Justice
Sheila Carter continued to terrorize the Forrester and Finnegan families.
Although she had previously been presumed dead, Sheila was alive and hiding with Deacon Sharpe.
Their relationship developed into an unlikely romance.
Meanwhile, Sheila remained obsessed with her biological son, Finn, and her desire to become part of his family.
In December 2022, Sheila was discovered alive.
Bill Spencer unexpectedly intervened on her behalf, shocking his family and friends.
Bill claimed to be romantically involved with Sheila and used his influence to secure her freedom.
However, the relationship was eventually revealed to be part of an undercover operation.
Bill had been secretly working with Ridge Forrester and the FBI to obtain a confession from Sheila.
In March 2023, Sheila confessed to past crimes while Bill recorded her.
She attempted to escape but was arrested.
The storyline concluded with Sheila in prison, although her incarceration did not last permanently.
3.5. Bill Spencer and Ridge Forrester’s Secret Alliance
Bill and Ridge had traditionally been bitter rivals, particularly over Brooke Logan.
Season 36 unexpectedly brought them together.
The two men collaborated with the FBI to bring Sheila Carter to justice.
Bill pretended to be in love with Sheila and isolated himself from his family to maintain his cover.
His behavior alarmed Liam, Wyatt, Katie and Brooke.
Ridge secretly monitored the operation from an FBI surveillance facility.
The truth was revealed in March 2023.
Although the plan succeeded in securing Sheila’s confession, her later release undermined the family’s hopes of finally being free from her.
3.6. Hope Logan Develops Feelings for Thomas Forrester
Hope Logan’s professional relationship with Thomas became increasingly complicated.
Despite Thomas’s history of manipulation, Hope gradually began to see him differently.
The two collaborated on the Hope for the Future fashion line.
Their creative partnership was successful, but Hope found herself increasingly attracted to Thomas.
She initially resisted these feelings because she was married to Liam Spencer.
Liam remained deeply suspicious of Thomas and feared that Hope was becoming emotionally involved with him.
The situation reached a turning point during a business trip to Rome in June 2023.
Hope kissed Thomas, unaware that Liam was watching.
The kiss devastated Liam and precipitated the collapse of their marriage.
3.7. Liam and Hope Spencer’s Marriage Collapses
Liam had repeatedly expressed concerns about Thomas’s involvement in Hope’s life.
His fears appeared justified when he witnessed Hope kissing Thomas in Rome.
Liam confronted Hope and declared that their marriage was over.
Hope initially attempted to explain her behavior but eventually acknowledged that her feelings for Thomas were genuine.
Liam became increasingly focused on Steffy, his former wife.
He kissed Steffy twice, complicating her marriage to Finn.
Meanwhile, Hope began a sexual relationship with Thomas.
By the end of Season 36, Hope and Liam were separated, and Hope was pursuing a relationship with Thomas despite opposition from her family.
3.8. Steffy and Finn’s Marriage Is Threatened
Steffy and Finn had survived Sheila Carter’s previous attempts to destroy their family.
However, Sheila’s continued presence created new tensions.
Finn struggled with his complicated feelings toward his biological mother.
Steffy remained determined to keep Sheila away from their children.
In July 2023, Sheila unexpectedly saved Kelly Spencer from drowning at the beach.
Finn was grateful, but Steffy was horrified when she learned that Sheila had been near Kelly.
Steffy began to question whether Finn could protect their family from Sheila.
The crisis intensified when Liam expressed his continued love for Steffy.
By September 2023, Steffy had temporarily left Los Angeles with the children to protect them from Sheila.
3.9. Douglas Forrester’s Custody Battle
Douglas became the center of a bitter dispute involving Hope, Thomas and Steffy.
Thomas wanted his son to live with him, while Hope believed Douglas should remain in the home she shared with Liam.
The conflict intensified following Thomas’s manipulation of the CPS investigation.
In February 2023, Douglas was given the opportunity to express his preference regarding his living arrangements.
Rather than choosing Hope or Thomas, he decided to live with his aunt Steffy.
The decision shocked both parents.
Douglas eventually returned to Hope’s household, although his relationship with Thomas remained important.
By September 2023, Douglas was encouraging Hope and Thomas to become a family.
3.10. Katie Logan and Carter Walton’s Romance
Katie Logan and Carter Walton developed a romantic relationship following the end of Carter’s involvement with Quinn Fuller.
Katie had repeatedly struggled with her feelings for Bill Spencer.
However, Bill’s apparent relationship with Sheila Carter convinced Katie that she needed to move forward.
Carter offered emotional stability and affection.
Their relationship gradually became more serious.
Even after Bill revealed that his involvement with Sheila had been part of an undercover operation, Katie remained committed to Carter.
3.11. RJ Forrester Returns to Los Angeles
Ridge Forrester Jr., commonly known as RJ, returned to Los Angeles in April 2023.
The character had been absent for several years.
RJ initially resisted pressure to join the family fashion business.
However, he gradually became involved in Forrester Creations.
His return introduced a younger generation into the company’s internal conflicts.
By September 2023, RJ was helping his grandfather Eric Forrester design a new fashion collection.
His collaboration with Eric placed him in the middle of a growing rivalry between Eric and Ridge.
3.12. Eric Forrester Challenges Ridge
Toward the end of Season 36, Eric became increasingly frustrated with his diminished role at Forrester Creations.
He felt that Ridge and the younger generation no longer appreciated his contributions to the company he had founded.
Eric decided to create a new fashion collection with RJ’s assistance.
Ridge questioned his father’s ability to continue designing at the highest level.
Their disagreement evolved into a competition between father and son.
This storyline became one of the principal foundations for Season 37.
3.13. Luna Nozawa Arrives at Forrester Creations
Luna Nozawa arrived in September 2023 as a young fashion student seeking experience at Forrester Creations.
She quickly became involved in Eric and RJ’s secret design project.
Although initially presented as an enthusiastic newcomer, Luna was surrounded by mystery.
Her introduction laid the groundwork for major developments during Season 37.
CBS’s press materials identify her first appearance as episode 9104, broadcast on September 13, 2023. Paramount Press Express
4. Recasts and SORAS
Season 36 featured one particularly significant SORAS: the return of Ridge Forrester Jr. as a young adult.
Character
Previous actor
New actor
Date
Classification
Ridge Forrester Jr. (RJ)
Anthony Turpel
Joshua Hoffman
April 21, 2023
SORAS
Douglas Forrester
Henry Joseph Samiri
Django Ferri
August 11, 2022
Temporary child recast before Season 36
Kelly Spencer
Various younger performers
Sophia Paras McKinlay
2022
Child recast before Season 36
Ridge Forrester Jr. — Joshua Hoffman
First appearance: April 21, 2023.
RJ returned to Los Angeles after several years away.
Anthony Turpel had previously portrayed the character from 2016 to 2018.
Joshua Hoffman’s casting transformed RJ from a teenager into a young adult, allowing the writers to integrate him into the business and romantic storylines.
SORAS: Yes.
Douglas Forrester — Henry Joseph Samiri
Henry Joseph Samiri continued playing Douglas during Season 36.
Django Ferri had temporarily portrayed Douglas in August 2022, shortly before the season began.
SORAS: No significant aging-up recast during Season 36.
Kelly Spencer — Sophia Paras McKinlay
Sophia Paras McKinlay continued portraying Kelly during this period.
The character had undergone casting changes during 2022.
SORAS: No major new aging-up recast established during Season 36.
Hayes Finnegan
Hayes continued appearing as a young child.
The role had been played by different infant and toddler performers.
SORAS: No major aging-up recast established during Season 36.
5. Births
No major on-screen births of established characters’ children have been verified during Season 36.
The following children were already part of the series:
Child
Parents
Status during Season 36
Beth Spencer
Hope Logan and Liam Spencer
Already born
Douglas Forrester
Thomas Forrester and Caroline Spencer
Already born
Hayes Finnegan
Steffy Forrester and John Finnegan
Already born
Kelly Spencer
Steffy Forrester and Liam Spencer
Already born
Will Spencer
Katie Logan and Bill Spencer
Already born
The season’s major family developments concerned custody disputes, parenting and relationships rather than new births.
6. New Characters
Luna Nozawa — Lisa Yamada
First appearance: September 13, 2023.
Luna arrived at Forrester Creations as a fashion student.
She became involved in Eric and RJ’s secret design project.
Her mysterious background was intended to generate new storylines during the following season.
Lisa Yamada joined the cast in a contract role. TVLine
New guest and supporting characters
Season 36 also included temporary supporting roles associated with the Forrester fashion business, Sheila Carter’s legal troubles and the series’ international location shoots.
However, a complete list of these minor characters and their exact first appearances cannot be established without examining all 250 episode credits.
7. Character Departures
Quinn Fuller — Rena Sofer
Departure revealed on-screen: October 2022.
Quinn’s relationship with Carter Walton ended off-screen.
Carter revealed that Quinn had unexpectedly left him.
Rena Sofer’s final appearance had taken place on August 29, 2022, during Season 35.
Therefore, Quinn’s departure was an important development at the beginning of Season 36, but the actress did not make a new exit appearance during the season.
Paris Buckingham — Diamond White
Departure from regular storylines: 2022–2023.
Following the collapse of her planned wedding to Carter Walton in Season 35, Paris gradually disappeared from the main storylines.
Her departure was not accompanied by a major farewell storyline.
Taylor Hayes — Krista Allen
Final regular appearances: 2023.
Taylor’s storyline diminished following the collapse of her friendship with Brooke and Brooke’s reconciliation with Ridge.
Krista Allen’s departure from the series was subsequently confirmed in December 2023.
Her exit should not be confused with an on-screen death.
Wyatt Spencer — Darin Brooks
Wyatt’s appearances became increasingly limited during 2023.
However, his departure was not formally announced until October 2023, after Season 36 ended.
Classification: Reduced appearances during Season 36; confirmed departure during Season 37.
Steffy Forrester — Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
Temporary departure: September 2023.
Steffy left Los Angeles with her children because of the continuing danger posed by Sheila Carter.
The storyline coincided with Jacqueline MacInnes Wood’s maternity leave.
Classification: Temporary absence, not a permanent departure.
8. Returning Characters
Stephen Logan — Patrick Duffy
Return: November 2022.
Patrick Duffy reprised his role as Stephen Logan, the father of Brooke, Donna and Katie.
Stephen returned with his girlfriend, Lucy.
He became involved in the Logan family’s emotional conflicts, particularly those surrounding Brooke’s relationship with Ridge.
Bridget Forrester — Ashley Jones
Return: 2023.
Bridget returned for guest appearances connected with her family.
Her appearances helped maintain the series’ connection with the older generation of Forrester characters.
Ridge Forrester Jr. — Joshua Hoffman
Return: April 21, 2023.
RJ returned after several years away, now portrayed by Joshua Hoffman.
His return also constituted the season’s most significant SORAS.
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — Tracey E. Bregman
Guest appearance: October 31, 2022.
Lauren, a longtime character from The Young and the Restless, returned to The Bold and the Beautiful.
Her appearance was another example of the longstanding relationship between the two CBS daytime dramas.
Additional recurring returns
Several established characters, including Charlie Webber, Pamela Douglas, Mike Guthrie and Justin Barber, continued making occasional appearances.
Their intermittent presence should be distinguished from major returns following several years of absence.
9. Marriages
Ridge Forrester and Taylor Hayes — Aborted Wedding
Date: November 2022.
Ridge and Taylor prepared to marry following Ridge’s separation from Brooke.
However, the ceremony was interrupted when Steffy revealed that Thomas had manipulated the Child Protective Services investigation.
Ridge confronted Thomas, and the wedding was abandoned.
Status: No marriage took place.
Hope Logan and Liam Spencer — Marriage Breakdown
Date: June–July 2023.
Hope and Liam’s marriage collapsed after Liam witnessed Hope kissing Thomas in Rome.
The couple separated, and Liam sought to end their marriage.
Status: Separation and divorce proceedings, not a new marriage.
Other Marriages
No major completed on-screen wedding ceremony has been independently verified during Season 36.
The season focused primarily on separations, reconciliations, affairs and an aborted wedding.
10. Deaths
Sheila Carter — Apparent Death
Sheila had been presumed dead after apparently being attacked by a bear.
However, this storyline originated during Season 35.
Sheila was subsequently revealed to be alive.
Status: Alive during Season 36.
Sheila Carter — Cardiac Emergency
In March 2023, Sheila suffered a medical emergency during her confrontation with Bill Spencer.
She survived.
Status: Alive.
Other Deaths
No major permanent on-screen death of a principal character has been verified during Season 36.
The season contained numerous threats, attempted murders and dangerous confrontations, particularly involving Sheila Carter, but these should not be confused with confirmed character deaths.
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless share a fictional universe.
Season 36 included a crossover appearance by a longstanding Y&R character.
11.1. Y&R Characters Appearing in B&B
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — Tracey E. Bregman
Crossover date: October 31, 2022.
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin appeared on The Bold and the Beautiful.
The character originated on The Young and the Restless in 1983 and subsequently became a recurring crossover character between the two series.
Lauren has longstanding connections with the Forrester family through the fashion industry and Fenmore’s department stores.
She also shares an extensive history with Sheila Carter.
Her October 31, 2022 appearance falls within Season 36. Wikipedia
Lauren Fenmore and Esther Valentine — October 2023
A second crossover involving Lauren and Esther Valentine occurred shortly after Season 36.
Character
Portrayed by
B&B crossover dates
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin
Tracey E. Bregman
October 25–31, 2023
Esther Valentine
Kate Linder
October 25–31, 2023
Lauren and Esther traveled to Los Angeles for a Forrester Creations fashion event featuring Eric and Ridge.
Important: These October 2023 appearances belong to Season 37, not Season 36. TV Insider
11.2. B&B Characters Appearing in Y&R
No new appearance by a B&B character in Y&R has been independently verified during the September 2022–September 2023 period.
However, two characters are particularly important to the shared history of the series.
Sheila Carter — Kimberlin Brown
Sheila originated on The Young and the Restless in 1990.
She transferred to The Bold and the Beautiful in 1992.
During Season 36, Sheila was a central B&B character, but her appearances were not new crossovers.
Sally Spectra — Courtney Hope
Sally originated on The Bold and the Beautiful in January 2017.
She moved to The Young and the Restless in November 2020.
During Y&R Season 50, Sally was involved in major storylines concerning Adam and Nick Newman.
Classification: Former B&B character appearing regularly on Y&R, rather than a new crossover.
12. Season 36 Finale — September 20, 2023
The final episode of Season 36 aired on Wednesday, September 20, 2023.
The episode featured three principal developments.
Douglas Encourages Hope and Thomas
Douglas expressed his desire for Hope and Thomas to reunite as a family.
Thomas was deeply moved by his son’s hopes.
The storyline reinforced the growing emotional connection between Hope and Thomas.
Deacon and Sheila Fear Discovery
Deacon and Sheila continued their secret relationship.
Their situation became increasingly complicated when Hope arrived unexpectedly.
The couple feared that their relationship would be exposed.
Finn Faces Continued Pressure Over Sheila
Li Finnegan advised Finn to remove Sheila from his life.
Finn remained caught between his feelings toward his biological mother and his determination to protect Steffy and their children.
The official episode archive confirms these developments in the final installment of Season 36. follow.tv
13. Season 36 — Key Dates
Date
Event
September 26, 2022
Season 36 premiere
October 10, 2022
Ridge chooses Taylor in Aspen
October 2022
Quinn’s departure is revealed
October 31, 2022
Lauren Fenmore appears in B&B
November 2022
Stephen Logan returns
November 2022
Thomas’s CPS deception is exposed
November 2022
Ridge and Taylor’s wedding is abandoned
December 2022
Sheila’s survival becomes known
March 2023
Bill and Ridge’s undercover operation is revealed
March 2023
Sheila is arrested
March 23, 2023
B&B celebrates its 36th anniversary
April 21, 2023
RJ Forrester returns, portrayed by Joshua Hoffman
June 2023
Hope kisses Thomas in Rome
June 2023
Brooke and Ridge reconcile
June–July 2023
Liam and Hope’s marriage collapses
July 2023
Sheila saves Kelly from drowning
August 2023
Hope and Thomas’s relationship intensifies
September 2023
Steffy leaves Los Angeles with the children
September 2023
Eric challenges Ridge professionally
September 13, 2023
Luna Nozawa debuts
September 20, 2023
Season 36 finale
September 21, 2023
Season 37 premiere
14. Sources and Archives
The principal reference for the season’s broadcast chronology is the official archive maintained by the production.
The season’s 250-episode broadcast period, September 26, 2022–September 20, 2023, is supported by the official episode archive.
The major plots, principal cast and significant casting changes are documented above. However, the directory should not be considered an exhaustive, episode-by-episode record of every character, child performer and guest actor. Some casting dates and supporting roles remain unverified.
For archival purposes, the most important distinctions are between actual on-screen appearances and characters merely mentioned during the season; between temporary child recasts and genuine SORAS; and between Season 36 events and storylines that continued into Season 37.
The 50th season of The Young and the Restless (Y&R) marked a major milestone in the history of the CBS daytime drama. Created by William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell, the series celebrated its 50th anniversary on March 26, 2023.
Season premiere: September 30, 2022.
Season finale: September 29, 2023.
Network: CBS.
Production company: Bell Dramatic Serial Company / Sony Pictures Television.
Head writer and executive producer: Josh Griffith.
Setting: Genoa City, Wisconsin.
Major milestone: 50th anniversary celebrations in March 2023.
The season combined the return of several legendary characters with major developments involving the Newman, Abbott, Winters, Chancellor and Baldwin families.
Its most significant storylines included the apparent death of Phyllis Summers, Diane Jenkins’s return to the Abbott family, the introduction of the mysterious Cameron Kirsten, the complicated relationship between Sally Spectra and the Newman brothers, and the growing rivalry between Jack Abbott and Ashley Abbott.
CBS officially confirmed that Season 50 began on September 30, 2022. Its anniversary programming included the Genoa City Bicentennial Gala, beginning March 23, 2023. The historical season dates and anniversary events can be checked against CBS’s official coverage and the official Y&R website. CBS News
2. Characters and Cast
The following alphabetical directory covers the principal characters and a selection of recurring, returning and child characters appearing during Season 50. It is not a fully verified, episode-by-episode inventory of every credited guest performer.
A
Abby Newman Abbott Chancellor — portrayed by Melissa Ordway
Adam Newman — portrayed by Mark Grossman
Allie Nguyen — portrayed by Kelsey Wang
Amanda Sinclair — portrayed by Mishael Morgan
Ana Hamilton — portrayed by Loren Lott (historical character; no confirmed Season 50 appearance)
Ashley Abbott — portrayed by Eileen Davidson
Audra Charles — portrayed by Zuleyka Silver
B
Billy Abbott — portrayed by Jason Thompson
Chelsea Lawson — portrayed by Melissa Claire Egan
Christine Blair Williams — portrayed by Lauralee Bell
Chloe Mitchell Fisher — portrayed by Elizabeth Hendrickson
Connor Newman — portrayed by Judah Mackey
C
Chance Chancellor — portrayed by Conner Floyd
D
Daniel Romalotti Jr. — portrayed by Michael Graziadei
Danny Romalotti — portrayed by Michael Damian
Devon Hamilton Winters — portrayed by Bryton James
Diane Jenkins — portrayed by Susan Walters
Dominic Abbott Newman Winters Chancellor — portrayed by River and Rainn Ware (child performers; credit details require confirmation)
F
Elena Dawson — portrayed by Brytni Sarpy
Esther Valentine — portrayed by Kate Linder
Faith Newman — portrayed by Reylynn Caster
H
Harrison Locke — portrayed by Kellen Enriquez
Heather Stevens — portrayed by Vail Bloom
J
Jack Abbott — portrayed by Peter Bergman
Jeremy Stark — portrayed by James Hyde
Jill Abbott — portrayed by Jess Walton
Johnny Abbott — portrayed by Paxton Mishkind
K
Kevin Fisher — portrayed by Greg Rikaart
Kyle Abbott — portrayed by Michael Mealor
L
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin — portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
Leanna Love — portrayed by Barbara Crampton
Lily Winters — portrayed by Christel Khalil
Lucy Romalotti — portrayed by Lily Brooks O’Briant
M
Malcolm Winters — portrayed by Shemar Moore
Mamie Johnson — portrayed by Veronica Redd
Mariah Copeland — portrayed by Camryn Grimes
Michael Baldwin — portrayed by Christian LeBlanc
N
Nate Hastings Jr. — portrayed by Sean Dominic
Nicholas Newman — portrayed by Joshua Morrow
Nikki Newman — portrayed by Melody Thomas Scott
Nina Webster — portrayed by Tricia Cast
Noah Newman — portrayed by Rory Gibson
P
Phyllis Summers — portrayed by Michelle Stafford
R
Sally Spectra — portrayed by Courtney Hope
Sharon Rosales — portrayed by Sharon Case
Summer Newman Abbott — portrayed by Allison Lanier
S
Tessa Porter — portrayed by Cait Fairbanks
Tucker McCall — portrayed by Trevor St. John
Traci Abbott — portrayed by Beth Maitland
V
Victor Newman — portrayed by Eric Braeden
Victoria Newman — portrayed by Amelia Heinle
W
William “Billy” Abbott — portrayed by Jason Thompson (also listed under B)
Gina Roma — portrayed by Patty Weaver
Additional characters requiring inclusion
Several important Season 50 characters fall outside the core anniversary cast photograph and must not be overlooked:
Cameron Kirsten — portrayed by Linden Ashby
Carson — portrayed by Walter Belenky
Diane’s former associate Jeremy Stark — portrayed by James Hyde
Harmony Hamilton — portrayed by Chene’ Lawson
Aria Porter-Copeland — portrayed by infant performers
Christian Newman — portrayed by Alex Wilson (appearance during this season not independently confirmed)
Reed Hellstrom — portrayed by Tristan Lake Leabu (appearance during this season not independently confirmed)
Moses Winters — portrayed by Jacob Aaron Gaines (appearance during this season not independently confirmed)
The January 2023 CBS anniversary cast photograph provides a useful contemporary reference for the main ensemble, while anniversary coverage documents several returning guest stars. Daytime Confidential
3. Main Storylines
3.1. The 50th Anniversary: Genoa City’s Bicentennial Gala (March 2023)
The show’s golden anniversary was celebrated through an elaborate storyline centered on Genoa City’s bicentennial.
Victor and Nikki Newman hosted a glamorous masquerade ball attended by many of the city’s most prominent residents.
The celebrations brought several familiar faces back to Genoa City, including Danny Romalotti, Gina Roma, Leanna Love, Nina Webster and Mamie Johnson.
However, the festivities quickly turned into a dramatic confrontation when Phyllis Summers and Jeremy Stark put their plan against Diane Jenkins into motion.
The anniversary episodes began airing on March 23, 2023, three days before the show’s official 50th anniversary.
3.2. Phyllis Summers Fakes Her Death
One of the season’s biggest stories involved Phyllis Summers and her obsession with destroying Diane Jenkins.
Phyllis became increasingly furious as Diane rebuilt her relationship with Jack Abbott and gained acceptance within the Abbott family.
She eventually joined forces with Jeremy Stark, a dangerous criminal with his own history involving Diane.
Together, they orchestrated an elaborate scheme to make everyone believe Diane had murdered Phyllis.
During the bicentennial celebrations, Phyllis collapsed after apparently being poisoned. An ambulance subsequently crashed, and Phyllis was presumed dead.
Her family was devastated, particularly Summer and Daniel.
However, Phyllis was alive and hiding with Jeremy. When Jeremy threatened her, she killed him in self-defense.
Phyllis eventually returned to Genoa City, forcing her children to confront her deception.
Her actions also had devastating consequences for Summer’s marriage to Kyle Abbott.
3.3. Jack Abbott and Diane Jenkins Reunite
Following Diane’s unexpected return in 2022, Season 50 explored her attempts to rebuild her life.
Diane gradually regained the trust of her son, Kyle, and developed a renewed romantic relationship with Jack Abbott.
Their reconciliation provoked hostility from Phyllis, Nikki Newman and Ashley Abbott, all of whom remembered Diane’s previous schemes.
Despite their opposition, Jack proposed to Diane during the anniversary period.
The couple’s relationship survived Phyllis’s attempt to frame Diane for murder.
Jack and Diane married privately in the summer of 2023, although their larger wedding celebration and vow renewal occurred in October 2023, during Season 51.
3.4. Ashley Abbott and Tucker McCall
Ashley Abbott became increasingly determined to challenge Jack’s leadership of Jabot and his relationship with Diane.
Meanwhile, Tucker McCall returned to Genoa City hoping to reconnect with Ashley and repair his relationship with his son, Devon.
Tucker’s ambitions, however, extended beyond romance.
He sought to expand his business interests and became involved in several corporate power struggles.
Ashley and Tucker eventually reconciled and married in 2023.
Their relationship deteriorated during their honeymoon, setting up another major confrontation between Tucker and the Abbott family.
3.5. Sally Spectra’s Pregnancy and Tragedy
Sally Spectra found herself caught between two Newman brothers.
After ending her relationship with Adam Newman, she began dating his older brother, Nick.
Her life became more complicated when she discovered she was pregnant.
A paternity test confirmed that Adam was the baby’s father.
Although Sally and Nick attempted to maintain their relationship, Adam remained emotionally attached to Sally.
The pregnancy ended tragically in June 2023 when Sally suffered complications and underwent an emergency cesarean section.
Adam was forced to make a devastating medical decision, and their daughter, Ava, did not survive.
Sally blamed Adam for what had happened, creating an emotional rupture between them.
The tragedy also placed enormous pressure on her relationship with Nick.
3.6. Cameron Kirsten Returns to Terrorize Sharon
One of the season’s most dramatic developments was the return of Cameron Kirsten, portrayed by Linden Ashby.
Cameron had previously terrorized Sharon Newman in the early 2000s.
After being released from prison, he returned to Genoa City seeking revenge.
He began stalking Sharon and eventually kidnapped her daughter, Faith.
Cameron threatened Faith’s life, forcing Sharon into a terrifying confrontation.
In June 2023, Sharon fatally stabbed Cameron while rescuing her daughter.
His death brought an end to the immediate threat, although the traumatic experience continued to affect Sharon.
The storyline also brought Sharon and Nick closer together.
3.7. Devon Hamilton, Abby Newman and Chancellor-Winters
Devon Hamilton’s personal and professional lives underwent significant changes.
His relationship with Amanda Sinclair ended after she discovered his affair with Abby Newman.
Abby was still married to Chance Chancellor when the affair began.
The revelation contributed to the breakdown of Abby and Chance’s marriage.
Abby and Devon subsequently developed a serious romantic relationship and began building a family life with their son, Dominic.
Meanwhile, Devon became involved in a bitter corporate conflict with Lily Winters and Jill Abbott over the future of Chancellor-Winters.
Daniel Romalotti’s return further complicated the company’s plans.
The storyline explored the tension between family loyalty and business ambitions.
3.8. Victoria Newman and Nate Hastings
Victoria Newman became romantically involved with Nate Hastings, despite his relationship with Elena Dawson.
Nate’s growing influence at Newman Enterprises also caused tension within the Newman family.
Elena eventually discovered Nate’s infidelity, ending their relationship.
Victor became increasingly suspicious of Nate’s intentions toward Victoria and his growing influence within the company.
The storyline contributed to the season’s wider struggle over control of the Newman business empire.
3.9. Chelsea Lawson’s Mental Health Crisis
Chelsea Lawson experienced a severe mental health crisis following the breakdown of her relationship with Billy Abbott and her difficulties reconnecting with her son, Johnny.
In autumn 2022, Chelsea attempted suicide.
Billy intervened and helped save her life.
Chelsea subsequently received psychiatric treatment and began a difficult recovery.
Her storyline explored depression, suicidal thoughts, treatment and the importance of emotional support.
Her friendship with Billy became an important part of her recovery.
3.10. Mariah Copeland and Tessa Porter Become Mothers
Mariah and Tessa continued their journey toward parenthood.
After experiencing difficulties with adoption, they eventually welcomed a baby girl, Aria.
The couple embraced motherhood while maintaining their careers and relationships with their extended families.
Later in the season, they learned that Aria had hearing difficulties, prompting concerns about her development and medical care.
3.11. Kyle Abbott and Summer Newman Separate
Kyle and Summer’s marriage deteriorated after Phyllis’s fake death.
Summer learned that her mother was alive but concealed the truth from Kyle.
When Kyle discovered her deception, he felt betrayed.
Their relationship became increasingly strained, and Kyle began an affair with Audra Charles.
The affair effectively ended Kyle and Summer’s marriage.
3.12. Daniel Romalotti Returns to Genoa City
Daniel returned to Genoa City in November 2022.
He initially hoped to develop a new gaming platform through Chancellor-Winters.
However, his professional ambitions became entangled with personal difficulties.
His relationship with Heather Stevens had deteriorated, and he struggled with his separation from their daughter, Lucy.
Daniel gradually reconnected with Lily Winters, rekindling their former romance.
Heather and Lucy’s subsequent return to Genoa City complicated Daniel’s new relationship.
4. Births
Aria Porter-Copeland — May 2023
Parents: Mariah Copeland and Tessa Porter.
Birth mother: An unnamed biological mother.
Status: Adopted by Mariah and Tessa.
First appearance: May 2023.
Aria’s arrival marked a major milestone for Mariah and Tessa, who had married during the previous season.
Ava Newman — June 2023
Parents: Adam Newman and Sally Spectra.
Birth: June 2023.
Status: Stillborn following pregnancy complications.
Sally underwent an emergency cesarean section, but Ava did not survive.
Note: Ava’s death is also included in the deaths section because it was a central storyline of Season 50.
5. Recasts and SORAS
Johnny Abbott — Paxton Mishkind
Johnny Abbott, the son of Billy Abbott and Chelsea Lawson, was recast shortly before the beginning of Season 50.
Paxton Mishkind made his debut in September 2022, replacing the younger performers who had previously portrayed Johnny.
The recast was accompanied by a significant aging of the character.
SORAS: Yes, although the casting change occurred just before Season 50.
Lucy Romalotti — Lily Brooks O’Briant
Lucy returned in 2023, portrayed by Lily Brooks O’Briant.
The character had previously been portrayed by younger actresses.
Her return presented Lucy as a teenager and allowed the writers to explore her relationship with her father, Daniel.
SORAS: Yes.
Connor Newman — Judah Mackey
Judah Mackey continued portraying Connor Newman throughout Season 50.
SORAS: No new recast during this season.
Faith Newman — Reylynn Caster
Reylynn Caster continued portraying Faith Newman.
SORAS: No new recast during Season 50.
Harrison Locke — Kellen Enriquez
Kellen Enriquez continued portraying Harrison Locke.
SORAS: No new recast during Season 50.
Dominic Abbott Newman Winters Chancellor
Dominic continued appearing as a young child.
SORAS: No major aging-up recast during Season 50.
6. New Characters
Audra Charles — Zuleyka Silver
Debut: September 23, 2022, immediately before Season 50.
Audra became a major character during Season 50.
Initially introduced through her professional connections to Noah Newman and Tucker McCall, she quickly became involved in corporate intrigue.
Her relationships with Nate Hastings, Tucker and Kyle Abbott made her an increasingly influential figure in Genoa City.
Jeremy Stark — James Hyde
Debut: November 2022.
Jeremy Stark was introduced as a dangerous figure from Diane Jenkins’s past.
He became involved in Phyllis Summers’s revenge plot against Diane.
His storyline ended with his death in April 2023.
Additional new or newly prominent characters
Several supporting roles were introduced or expanded during the season, including characters connected with Phyllis’s disappearance, the Newman family and Chancellor-Winters.
A complete list of minor guest characters would require checking the individual episode credits.
7. Character Departures
Amanda Sinclair — Mishael Morgan
Departure from regular status: October 2022.
Amanda left Genoa City after discovering Devon’s affair with Abby.
She returned for guest appearances during 2023.
Noah Newman — Rory Gibson
Departure from regular status: 2023.
Noah’s relationship with Allie Nguyen gradually disappeared from the main storylines.
Allie Nguyen — Kelsey Wang
Departure from regular status: 2023.
Allie and Noah’s storyline came to an end without a major on-screen farewell.
Elena Dawson — Brytni Sarpy
Final appearances during the period: 2023.
Elena’s relationship with Nate ended after she discovered his involvement with Victoria Newman.
Her appearances subsequently diminished.
Jeremy Stark — James Hyde
Departure: April 2023.
Jeremy was killed by Phyllis Summers.
Cameron Kirsten — Linden Ashby
Departure: June 2023.
Cameron was killed by Sharon Rosales after kidnapping Faith Newman.
Chance Chancellor — Conner Floyd
Chance remained on the series throughout Season 50.
Although his marriage to Abby ended, this was not a departure from the show.
8. Returning Characters
Season 50 was particularly notable for its large number of returning characters, many of whom appeared as part of the show’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
Character
Actor
Return
Danny Romalotti
Michael Damian
December 2022; March and September 2023
Daniel Romalotti Jr.
Michael Graziadei
November 2022
Nina Webster
Tricia Cast
March 2023; later appearances
Gina Roma
Patty Weaver
March 2023
Leanna Love
Barbara Crampton
March 2023; September 2023
Mamie Johnson
Veronica Redd
March 2023; September 26, 2023
Malcolm Winters
Shemar Moore
May 8, 2023
Cameron Kirsten
Linden Ashby
June 2023
Heather Stevens
Vail Bloom
2023
Lucy Romalotti
Lily Brooks O’Briant
2023
Harmony Hamilton
Chene’ Lawson
May 2023
Amanda Sinclair
Mishael Morgan
Guest appearances in 2023
Notable anniversary returns
Danny Romalotti: Michael Damian returned as the popular rock musician and father of Daniel Romalotti Jr. His appearances helped reconnect the series with its history.
Gina Roma: Patty Weaver reprised her role as Danny’s sister, a character closely associated with the show’s earlier decades.
Leanna Love: Barbara Crampton returned as the outspoken celebrity journalist, whose presence added humor and intrigue to the anniversary celebrations.
Mamie Johnson: Veronica Redd returned as the beloved former Abbott housekeeper and an important maternal figure in the Winters family.
Malcolm Winters: Shemar Moore returned on May 8, 2023, for a special appearance honoring Neil Winters and the legacy of actor Kristoff St. John.
The March returns were announced in advance by CBS, while Moore’s May 8 appearance was separately confirmed. TheWrap
9. Marriages
Jack Abbott and Diane Jenkins
Wedding date: July 28, 2023.
Jack and Diane married in a private courthouse ceremony after overcoming considerable opposition from the Abbott family.
Their marriage marked the culmination of a reconciliation that had begun following Diane’s return from the dead.
The couple subsequently organized a larger celebration.
Important: Their second wedding ceremony and renewal of vows took place on October 9, 2023, during Season 51, and should not be counted as a separate Season 50 marriage. Soap Opera Digest
Ashley Abbott and Tucker McCall
Wedding date: August 14, 2023.
Ashley and Tucker married in Genoa City.
Their wedding followed months of romantic reconciliation and conflict with Jack Abbott.
Despite their apparent happiness, unresolved tensions soon emerged during their honeymoon.
Their marriage became a central element of the Abbott family’s ongoing power struggles. Soap Hub
Other marriages
No additional major on-screen wedding ceremonies have been verified for Season 50.
The separation of Abby and Chance, and the collapse of Kyle and Summer’s marriage, were nevertheless important developments.
10. Deaths
Jeremy Stark — April 2023
Portrayed by James Hyde.
Jeremy Stark was killed by Phyllis Summers after their conspiracy against Diane Jenkins began to unravel.
Phyllis acted in self-defense when Jeremy threatened her.
His death complicated her attempts to return to Genoa City and reunite with her family.
Cameron Kirsten — June 2023
Portrayed by Linden Ashby.
Cameron Kirsten was killed by Sharon Rosales during a confrontation involving her kidnapped daughter, Faith.
Sharon stabbed Cameron to protect herself and Faith.
His death concluded one of the season’s most suspenseful storylines.
Ava Newman — June 2023
Daughter of Adam Newman and Sally Spectra.
Ava died following complications during Sally’s pregnancy.
The loss devastated Sally and Adam and profoundly affected their relationship.
Phyllis Summers — Apparent death, April 2023
Portrayed by Michelle Stafford.
Phyllis was presumed dead after collapsing during Genoa City’s bicentennial celebrations.
However, her death was staged.
Status: Alive.
Her apparent death should therefore be recorded as a fake death rather than an actual character death.
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful share a fictional universe, and several characters have appeared in both series over the years.
However, no new on-screen crossover between the two soaps has been reliably verified during Y&R Season 50 (September 30, 2022–September 29, 2023).
It is important to distinguish actual crossover appearances from characters who previously belonged to the other series.
11.1. Y&R Characters Appearing in B&B
No confirmed crossover appearances during Season 50.
The following crossover occurred shortly afterward:
Character
Portrayed by
B&B appearance
Season
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin
Tracey E. Bregman
October 25–31, 2023 crossover event
Y&R Season 51
Esther Valentine
Kate Linder
October 25–31, 2023 crossover event
Y&R Season 51
Lauren and Esther traveled to Los Angeles to attend the Forrester Creations fashion event involving Eric Forrester and Ridge Forrester.
The crossover began on October 25, 2023, several weeks after Season 50 ended. TV Insider
11.2. B&B Characters Appearing in Y&R
No confirmed guest appearances by B&B characters during Season 50.
Nevertheless, one important former B&B character remained central to Y&R’s storylines.
Sally Spectra — Courtney Hope
Sally Spectra originated on The Bold and the Beautiful, where she debuted in January 2017.
She subsequently moved to The Young and the Restless in November 2020.
During Season 50, Sally was involved in major storylines concerning Adam Newman, Nick Newman and the tragic loss of her daughter.
Classification: Former B&B character appearing as a regular Y&R character, not a new crossover during Season 50.
Historical context
The most significant recent crossover before Season 50 occurred in January 2021.
It involved Summer Newman and Kyle Abbott traveling to Los Angeles, while B&B characters Wyatt Spencer and Flo Fulton appeared in Genoa City. Soap Opera Network
12. Season 50 Finale — September 29, 2023
The final episode of Season 50 aired on Friday, September 29, 2023.
Its principal developments included:
Billy Abbott: Billy found himself forced to defend his actions amid the growing conflict involving Jack, Tucker and Jabot.
Audra Charles: Audra revealed a secret, further complicating the corporate intrigues surrounding Tucker McCall.
Phyllis Summers: Phyllis continued to struggle with the consequences of her actions and stood her ground in a confrontation with Jack Abbott.
Meanwhile, the Newman family’s internal power struggles and the fallout from Ashley and Tucker’s troubled marriage provided the foundations for Season 51.
The episode’s official synopsis identifies the three central developments as Billy defending himself, Audra revealing a secret and Phyllis standing her ground with Jack. TV Everyday
Archival qualification: This overview covers the major storylines and cast changes, but the character directory is not an exhaustive verified list of everyone appearing in the season. In particular, some child-performer credits and minor guest appearances remain unconfirmed. The entries explicitly marked as unconfirmed should not be treated as established Season 50 appearances.
Period covered: September 23, 2021–September 23, 2022. All dates below are U.S. broadcast dates, rather than Canadian advance broadcasts or filming dates.
1. Season dates
Date
Episode
Season premiere
September 23, 2021
8,610
Season finale
September 23, 2022
8,859
Numbered original episodes
250
The soap’s official streaming archive explicitly identifies episode 8,610 as “S35 E1,” originally broadcast September 23, 2021. CBS announced that Season 36 would begin Monday, September 26, 2022, placing the preceding season’s final broadcast on Friday, September 23. Contemporary listings identify that finale as episode 8,859. The Bold and the Beautiful
Some external databases shift the season numbering or display inconsistent episode numbers. This account follows the official season designation.
2. Characters and actors
Characters are alphabetized by surname, using their familiar names during this season. Characters without established surnames appear separately.
The roster includes the principal cast, children, returning characters and identified named guests. Uncredited extras and every minor speaking part cannot be guaranteed without examining all 250 episodes’ closing credits.
Principal, recurring and named guest characters
Character and performer
Notes
Dr. Jordan Armstrong portrayed by Vincent Irizarry
Returns to treat Li.
Deputy Chief Bradley Baker portrayed by Dan Martin
Investigates the shootings.
Justin Barber portrayed by Aaron D. Spears
Works for Ridge after his break with Bill.
Dr. Grace Buckingham portrayed by Cassandra Creech
Paris and Zoe’s mother.
Paris Buckingham portrayed by Diamond White
Sheila Carter portrayed by Kimberlin Brown
Also uses the disguise and alias “Lina.”
Nurse D. Christy portrayed by Kasia Pilewicz
Hospital scenes following the shootings.
Pamela “Pam” Douglas portrayed by Alley Mills
Brief appearances.
Hayes Forrester Finnegan portrayed by Samantha Worden, Piper Harriot, Cooper Kilian, Miles Kilian, Iliana Norris and Vienna Norris
Several infant casting changes; see below.
Jack Finnegan portrayed by Ted King
John “Finn” Finnegan portrayed by Tanner Novlan
Li Finnegan portrayed by Naomi Matsuda
Bridget Forrester portrayed by Ashley Jones
Returns during the medical storyline.
Douglas Forrester portrayed by Henry Joseph Samiri and Django Ferri
Recast in August 2022.
Eric Forrester portrayed by John McCook
Ridge Forrester portrayed by Thorsten Kaye
Steffy Forrester Finnegan portrayed by Jacqueline MacInnes Wood
Thomas Forrester portrayed by Matthew Atkinson
Thorne Forrester portrayed by Winsor Harmon
Special anniversary appearance.
Zende Forrester Dominguez portrayed by Delon de Metz
Quinn Fuller Forrester portrayed by Rena Sofer
Filed under Fuller.
Shauna Fulton portrayed by Denise Richards
Limited appearances early in the season.
Mike Guthrie portrayed by Ken Hanes
Returns as a guard who helps Sheila.
Taylor Hayes portrayed by Krista Allen
Returns under a new actor.
Brooke Logan Forrester portrayed by Katherine Kelly Lang
Filed under Logan.
Donna Logan portrayed by Jennifer Gareis
Hope Logan Spencer portrayed by Annika Noelle
Filed under Logan.
Katie Logan portrayed by Heather Tom
Nick Marone portrayed by Jack Wagner
Special anniversary appearance.
Detective Alex Sanchez portrayed by Jeremy Ray Valdez
Reports the supposed evidence of Sheila’s death.
Deacon Sharpe portrayed by Sean Kanan
Returns from prison.
Beth Spencer portrayed by Madeline Valdez and River Davison
River’s surname is sometimes printed “Davidson” in casting notices.
Bill Spencer portrayed by Don Diamont
Kelly Spencer portrayed by Avalon Gray, Colette Gray, Sophia Paras McKinlay and Remington Blaire Evans
Permanent recast plus a temporary substitution.
Liam Spencer portrayed by Scott Clifton
Wyatt Spencer portrayed by Darin Brooks
Carter Walton portrayed by Lawrence Saint-Victor
Charlie Webber portrayed by Dick Christie
Officiates at Carter and Paris’s attempted wedding.
The core ensemble is corroborated by CBS’s 35th-anniversary photographs. Separate casting reports establish the medical guests, returning veterans and children’s replacement performers. Photos
Characters without established surnames
Character and performer
Role
Cecile portrayed by Ayda Field
Guest character in the Monaco storyline.
Charlene portrayed by Emma Smith
Forrester model.
James portrayed by Xavier Prather
Professional contact at Forrester Creations.
Jordan portrayed by Steven Christopher Parker
Deacon’s parole officer.
Keith portrayed by Nick Waters
Assistant manager at Sheila’s hotel.
Malcolm portrayed by Abdur Wyatt
Il Giardino bartender.
Max portrayed by Akbar Gbajabiamila
Carter’s friend and confidant.
Paul portrayed by Hollis W. Chambers
Il Giardino employee; the performer later plays the character known as Hollis.
Petra portrayed by Alexis Gaube
Forrester model.
Rebeka portrayed by Joy Corrigan
Forrester model.
Sequoyah portrayed by Shireen Crutchfield
Forrester model.
Other identified small roles include a Forrester pilot portrayed by Ryan Stroud, a bartender portrayed by James Ripple, and an Il Giardino customer portrayed by Alexes Pelzer. Daytime Royalty
Cast-list distinction: Flo Logan, portrayed by Katrina Bowden, remained associated with the show in credits and publicity, but her last identified new appearance was July 23, 2021, before this season. Will Spencer, associated with Finnegan George, likewise has no verified Season 35 appearance. They should not be counted as confirmed on-screen participants here. Daytime Royalty
3. Principal plots
Eric, Quinn and Carter’s unconventional arrangement
The season opens with Eric encouraging Quinn to continue her sexual relationship with Carter because of his erectile dysfunction. Ridge becomes suspicious and hires Justin to investigate.
As the arrangement becomes known, Eric’s family challenges it, while Quinn and Carter struggle with their emotional attachment. Quinn eventually recommits to Eric, but their marital problems remain unresolved. The Bold and the Beautiful
Deacon returns and reconnects with Hope
Released from prison, Deacon arrives hoping to rebuild his relationship with Hope. She gives him a chance despite strong objections from Ridge, Brooke and Liam.
Deacon finds work at Il Giardino and becomes increasingly entangled with Sheila. Their shared desire to reconnect with their children initially draws them together, but Sheila’s criminal behavior repeatedly threatens his attempt to remain out of prison. tvline.com
Jack’s secret destroys Finn’s understanding of his family
Finn learns that Jack is his biological father, rather than simply his adoptive father. Jack admits having had an affair with Sheila and concealing the truth from both Finn and Li.
The revelation devastates Li and leaves Finn furious with Jack’s decades of deception. Sheila attempts to exploit the resulting family divisions. celebratingthesoaps.com
Taylor returns, reviving the Brooke–Ridge–Taylor triangle
Taylor comes home and rebuilds her relationships with Steffy and Thomas. She remains emotionally connected to Ridge, while her children encourage a reunion between their parents.
Ridge becomes increasingly torn between Taylor and Brooke. The conflict intensifies after Brooke’s New Year’s Eve encounter with Deacon and later during the family’s Monaco visit.
Sheila engineers Brooke’s relapse
Angered by Brooke’s opposition to her involvement with Finn and Hayes, Sheila switches the champagne intended for Brooke’s New Year’s Eve celebration.
Brooke unknowingly drinks alcohol, kisses Deacon and later struggles to understand why she relapsed. Douglas witnesses the kiss and eventually reveals what he saw.
The resulting crisis damages Brooke and Ridge’s marriage. Thomas learns that Sheila engineered the relapse and initially conceals her involvement, hoping that his parents will reunite. soaphub.com
Sheila shoots Finn and Steffy
Steffy discovers Sheila’s role in Brooke’s relapse and confronts her. Sheila draws a gun, and Finn is shot while protecting Steffy. Sheila then shoots Steffy when she attempts to summon help.
Finn is pronounced dead, while Steffy survives with memory loss. After recovering her memories, Steffy identifies Sheila as the shooter.
The apparent death is later overturned: Li has secretly kept Finn alive, caring for him away from the hospital. cheatsheet.com
Finn’s captivity, Li’s survival and the Monaco reunion
Sheila escapes custody with help from Mike Guthrie and discovers that Finn is alive. She pursues Li, whose car crashes into the water, and takes control of Finn’s care.
Bill later finds Li alive and helps her. Together they facilitate Finn’s rescue from Sheila.
Believing herself widowed, Steffy has gone to Europe with the children. Finn travels to Monaco, where the couple finally reunites. Ridge and Taylor’s closeness during the trip further complicates Ridge’s marriage. The Bold and the Beautiful
Eric and Donna reunite; Quinn stops Carter’s wedding
Eric secretly resumes a sexual relationship with Donna while Quinn believes he is still struggling with impotence. Quinn and Bridget discover them together.
Eric and Quinn agree to end their marriage. Quinn races to Il Giardino, where Carter is marrying Paris, and declares her love. Carter abandons the ceremony and chooses Quinn.
Their reunion is followed by Quinn’s disappearance from the screen when Rena Sofer leaves the series. Daytime Confidential
Paris, Zende, Carter and Grace
Paris resists settling down with Zende and develops a relationship with Carter. Her mother, Grace, strongly favors Zende and objects to Carter because of his history with Zoe.
Carter’s unresolved love for Quinn ultimately destroys his engagement to Paris, leaving Paris humiliated at the altar.
Sheila fakes her death and hides with Deacon
Police report that Sheila has apparently been killed by a bear, citing physical evidence including a severed toe.
Sheila is nevertheless alive. Wearing a disguise and using the name Lina, she becomes involved with Deacon and pressures him into hiding her. By the finale, he is concealing a fugitive whose presence could send him back to prison. soaphub.com
The dispute over Douglas intensifies
Thomas wants Douglas to live with him at the Forrester mansion. Hope is reluctant to disrupt the child’s established home with her and Liam.
The disagreement becomes another front in the conflict between the Forrester and Logan families. Steffy and Thomas also increasingly interfere in Ridge and Brooke’s relationship.
The fraudulent CPS call and its eventual exposure belong to Season 36, rather than this season. Celeb Dirty Laundry
Earlier infant performers → Cooper and Miles Kilian
August 24–25, 2022
Infant recast.
Hayes Finnegan
Kilian twins → Iliana and Vienna Norris
September 7, 2022
Infant recast, continuing on September 8–9.
Krista Allen’s debut is confirmed by contemporary interviews and CBS’s talent biography. The children’s changes are documented in contemporary casting coverage. Soap Opera Digest
No child-to-adult SORAS occurs during Season 35. Kelly’s and Douglas’s changes retain them as young children, while Hayes remains an infant.
Two qualifications are useful:
Some retrospective accounts place McKinlay’s first Kelly appearance in March. April 21 is the date directly supported by contemporary recaps and casting notices.
Ferri was initially described as a permanent replacement, but Samiri returned on October 10, 2022, making the substitution temporary in practice. That return falls in Season 36. soaphub.com
5. Births
No new on-screen birth involving the principal families was identified during Season 35.
Hayes was born on July 1, 2021, during Season 34. His appearances and several infant casting changes continue here, but his birth should not be repeated as a Season 35 event. soaphub.com
6. New characters
Character
First appearance
Introduction
James
November 8, 2021
Forrester Creations professional contact.
Petra
November 11, 2021
Forrester model.
Paul
December 9, 2021
Il Giardino employee played by Hollis W. Chambers.
Malcolm
December 29, 2021
Bartender involved, unwittingly, in the champagne delivery.
Dr. Grace Buckingham
January 10, 2022
Paris and Zoe’s mother.
Max
January 18, 2022
Carter’s friend and confidant.
Rebeka
March 22, 2022
Forrester model.
Nurse D. Christy
April 2022
Appears during Steffy’s hospitalization.
Cecile
August 1, 2022
Guest character in the Monaco episodes.
Jordan
August 19, 2022
Deacon’s parole officer.
Grace is the season’s most substantial newly introduced family character. The other additions are principally supporting or guest roles. Daytime Royalty
Deacon, Taylor, Mike, Bridget, Thorne, Nick and Dr. Armstrong are returning characters. Sheila’s Lina identity is a disguise, not a separate character.
7. Departures
Character
Date or period
Circumstances
Shauna Fulton
Last identified appearance: November 2, 2021
Gradually disappears from the canvas without a major farewell.
Bridget Forrester
June 29, 2022
Her guest run concludes after she and Quinn discover Eric and Donna together.
Grace Buckingham
July 2022
Her initial storyline concludes following Paris’s failed wedding.
Quinn Fuller
August 29, 2022
Rena Sofer’s final episode.
Quinn’s final appearance is firmly documented. Her last episode does not immediately provide a substantial departure scene; the explanation for her separation from Carter comes later. Daytime Royalty
Other absences require distinction:
Finn’s apparent April exit is reversed in May.
Li’s apparent death is reversed in July.
Steffy’s European stay accommodates a temporary absence, followed by the Monaco reunion.
Henry Joseph Samiri’s absence is a performer substitution; Douglas remains in the story.
8. Returns of former characters
Character
Date
Details
Deacon Sharpe
October 7, 2021
Returns after his release from prison.
Taylor Hayes
December 10, 2021
Returns, now played by Krista Allen.
Thorne Forrester
March 25, 2022
Appears in the special anniversary episode centered on Brooke’s romantic history.
Nick Marone
March 25, 2022
Appears in the same anniversary episode.
Bridget Forrester
March 31, 2022
Returns for hospital work and becomes involved in Steffy’s treatment.
Deputy Chief Baker
April 8, 2022
Returns to investigate the shootings.
Finn Finnegan
May 23, 2022
Revealed alive after his supposed death.
Mike Guthrie
June 9, 2022
Returns as a guard who assists Sheila.
Li Finnegan
July 21, 2022
Revealed alive after the car crash.
Dr. Jordan Armstrong
July 25, 2022
Returns to treat Li.
Detective Sanchez
August 11, 2022
Reports the supposed evidence of Sheila’s death.
Deacon and Taylor’s return dates are independently documented. Contemporary casting reports establish the anniversary guests and Mike’s return, while the official episode archive confirms Li’s July 21 reappearance. tvline.com
Finn and Li are returns after apparent deaths, not resurrections from deaths that remain established in the story.
9. Weddings
Carter Walton and Paris Buckingham — June 30–July 1, 2022
Their wedding ceremony takes place at Il Giardino, with Charlie officiating. Quinn interrupts after discovering Eric’s affair with Donna and ending their marriage.
Carter and Paris do not complete the marriage. Carter chooses Quinn, leaving Paris at the altar. The interrupted ceremony spans the June 30 and July 1 episodes. soaphub.com
No completed new marriage between principal characters was identified during Season 35.
Steffy and Finn’s wedding occurred on August 6, 2021, in Season 34. Ridge and Taylor’s later attempted wedding belongs to Season 36.
10. Deaths
No principal-character death remains established as genuine by the end of Season 35. The season instead contains several apparent or fabricated deaths.
Character
Apparent death
Resolution
Finn Finnegan
Shot April 1, 2022, then pronounced dead
Revealed alive May 23, 2022, secretly receiving treatment from Li.
Li Finnegan
Car crash into the water, June 22, 2022
Found alive by Bill, July 21, 2022.
Sheila Carter
Police report an apparent fatal bear attack, August 11, 2022
Alive and disguised in the August storyline; her supposed death is a deception.
These should be recorded as presumed deaths or a faked death, rather than permanent fatalities. cheatsheet.com
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
Y&R characters appearing in B&B
No new appearance by a visiting Y&R character was verified within Season 35’s September 23, 2021–September 23, 2022 boundaries.
Period covered: September 29, 2021–September 29, 2022. All dates below refer to U.S. broadcasts, rather than Canadian advance broadcasts or filming dates.
1. Season dates
Date
Episode
Season premiere
September 29, 2021
12,206
Season finale
September 29, 2022
12,460
Numbered original episodes
255
Official-source qualification: CBS explicitly announced that Season 50 would begin September 30, 2022, establishing the end of Season 49 immediately beforehand. The September 29, 2021 opening date is supported by the season’s distribution catalogue and episode listings, but I could not locate an accessible CBS announcement or official YouTube entry directly confirming that opening boundary. paramountpressexpress.com
2. Characters and actors
Characters are alphabetized by surname, using their familiar names during this period. Married names and alternative names are noted where useful.
The roster includes principal characters, recurring characters, children and identified named guests. Its remaining limitation is the absence of a complete examination of all 255 episodes’ closing credits: uncredited extras and a few small speaking roles cannot be guaranteed exhaustive coverage.
Principal, recurring and significant guest characters
Character and performer
Notes
Ashley Abbott portrayed by Eileen Davidson
Billy Abbott portrayed by Jason Thompson
Jack Abbott portrayed by Peter Bergman
Jill Abbott portrayed by Jess Walton
Also known as Jill Foster Abbott Atkinson.
Johnny Abbott portrayed by Paxton Mishkind
Begins appearing in September 2022.
Kyle Abbott portrayed by Michael Mealor
Guest appearances followed by a regular return.
Traci Abbott portrayed by Beth Maitland
Dr. Alston portrayed by Tish Daniels
Specialist treating Dominic.
Sutton Ames portrayed by Jack Landron
Amanda’s grandfather.
Lauren Fenmore Baldwin portrayed by Tracey E. Bregman
Filed under Baldwin.
Michael Baldwin portrayed by Christian LeBlanc
Imani Benedict portrayed by Leigh-Ann Rose and Denise Boutte
Boutte temporarily substitutes for Rose.
Naya Benedict portrayed by Ptosha Storey
Appears in the concluding portion of Amanda’s family investigation.
Leslie Brooks portrayed by Janice Lynde
Returns for Victoria’s Tuscany wedding.
Chance Chancellor portrayed by Conner Floyd
Returns under a new actor.
Dominic Newman-Abbott-Winters-Chancellor portrayed by River Ware and Rainn Ware
Initially named Dominic Phillip Newman-Abbott-Chancellor; his name changes following the custody agreement.
Audra Charles portrayed by Zuleyka Silver
Introduced near the season’s end.
Mariah Copeland portrayed by Camryn Grimes
Elena Dawson portrayed by Brytni Sarpy
Kim Dunaway portrayed by Roxanne Hart
Helps Abby find Chance in Spain.
Gloria Fisher Bardwell portrayed by Judith Chapman
Filed under Fisher.
Kevin Fisher portrayed by Greg Rikaart
Jesse Gaines portrayed by Jamison Jones
Holds damaging information about Ashland’s past.
Devon Hamilton portrayed by Bryton James
His usual surname during this season; later known as Devon Winters.
Nate Hastings portrayed by Sean Dominic
Dr. Huffman portrayed by Jeremiah Jahi
Chance’s therapist.
Diane Jenkins portrayed by Susan Walters
Initially appears using the name “Taylor Jensen.”
Chelsea Lawson portrayed by Melissa Claire Egan
Ashland Locke portrayed by Richard Burgi and Robert Newman
Recast in February 2022.
Harrison Locke portrayed by Kellen Enriquez
Kyle’s biological son, raised in Milan before returning.
Tucker McCall portrayed by Trevor St. John
Returns in the season’s final days.
Chloe Mitchell portrayed by Elizabeth Hendrickson
Also known as Chloe Fisher.
Talia Morgan portrayed by Natalie Morales
Investigative journalist.
Abby Newman portrayed by Melissa Ordway
Also known as Abby Newman-Abbott-Chancellor.
Adam Newman portrayed by Mark Grossman
Cassie Newman portrayed by Camryn Grimes
Deceased character appearing in special Christmas material.
Connor Newman portrayed by Judah Mackey
Faith Newman portrayed by Reylynn Caster
Nicholas “Nick” Newman portrayed by Joshua Morrow
Nikki Newman portrayed by Melody Thomas Scott
Noah Newman portrayed by Rory Gibson
Returns under a new actor.
Sharon Newman Rosales portrayed by Sharon Case
Filed under Newman.
Summer Newman Abbott portrayed by Hunter King and Allison Lanier
Lanier takes over in May 2022.
Victor Newman portrayed by Eric Braeden
Victoria Newman portrayed by Amelia Heinle
Marries Ashland during the season.
Allie Nguyen portrayed by Kelsey Wang
Jack’s previously unknown granddaughter.
Crystal Porter portrayed by Morgan Obenreder
Returns for her sister’s wedding.
Tessa Porter portrayed by Cait Fairbanks
Rey Rosales portrayed by Jordi Vilasuso
Deacon Sharpe portrayed by Sean Kanan
B&B crossover and return to Y&R.
Amanda Sinclair portrayed by Mishael Morgan
Sally Spectra portrayed by Courtney Hope
Phyllis Summers portrayed by Michelle Stafford
Esther Valentine portrayed by Kate Linder
Nina Webster portrayed by Tricia Cast
Christine Williams portrayed by Lauralee Bell
Also known as Christine Blair.
Lily Winters portrayed by Christel Khalil
Moses Winters portrayed by Jacob Aaron Gaines
The central ensemble is corroborated by cast records and contemporary coverage. Separate casting reports establish the replacement actors, returning guests and late-season additions. Daytime Confidential
Additional identified supporting characters
Characters with surnames are listed first, alphabetically; characters without established surnames follow.
Character and performer
Function
Gwen Davis portrayed by Erin Spencer
Digital marketing professional working with Hamilton-Winters.
Officer Jen Roberts portrayed by Roxanne Day
Police officer involved in Ashland’s arrest.
Crystal portrayed by Krystal Mosley
Grand Phoenix employee; distinct from Crystal Porter.
Dwight portrayed by Sam McMurray
Esther’s dating-app acquaintance.
Giancarlo portrayed by Antoine Grant
Imani’s companion at the Chancellor-Winters launch.
Linda portrayed by Monica Bhatnagar
Harrison’s nanny.
Lori portrayed by Connie Chen
Lily’s secretary.
Louise portrayed by Diane Behrens
Dominic’s nanny.
Lucas portrayed by Aaron Schwartz
Recruited by Adam for a proposed scheme.
Marty portrayed by Tessa Bartholomew
ChanceComm reporter.
Pamela portrayed by Noelle Bellinghausen
Society’s cook.
Pat portrayed by Chanda Hartman
Ashland’s attorney.
Stanis portrayed by Bill Sebastian
Ashland’s employee.
Tanya portrayed by Julia Montgomery
Los Angeles real-estate agent.
Thomas portrayed by Ernest Pierce
Grand Phoenix front-desk employee.
Zack portrayed by Christian Barber
Private investigator.
Tremayne Norris also appears as a police officer. These small roles are documented in contemporary casting notices and credit discussions. Daytime Royalty
Children whose on-screen participation remains unverified
Continuing cast lists associated the following children with these performers, but I could not securely establish newly filmed appearances within Season 49:
Katie Abbott/Newman portrayed by Sienna Mercuri.
Christian Newman portrayed by Alex Wilson.
Bella Fisher portrayed by Martie Blair.
Miles Fisher remains part of the family’s story, but no credited child performer was established. Similarly, Holden and Ryan Hare are Johnny’s preceding performers; their replacement is documented below, rather than treating an ongoing cast-list entry as proof of a Season 49 appearance. Daytime Royalty
3. Principal plots
Victoria and Ashland: the marriage, the fraud and his death
Victoria marries Ashland in Tuscany despite revelations about his identity and the origins of his fortune. Jesse Gaines threatens to expose him, while Victor and Adam maneuver to protect Victoria and their business interests.
The greater deception emerges in 2022: Ashland has fabricated his terminal cancer diagnosis as part of his strategy to merge his company with Newman. Victoria eventually turns against him and helps recover control of the business.
Ashland becomes increasingly threatening. During a confrontation at Victoria’s home, Nick intervenes and punches him; Ashland falls against the fireplace and dies. Victor arranges a cover-up intended to make the death appear connected to a car crash. Chance investigates and ultimately declines to pursue the case further. TVMEG.COM
Chance returns, and Dominic becomes the center of a custody dispute
After reports suggest that Chance died during his undercover assignment, Abby refuses to accept his death. She locates him in Spain and persuades him to return home.
Chance struggles with post-traumatic stress and survivor’s guilt, affecting his marriage, work and confidence as a father.
Devon’s attachment to Dominic leads him to seek legally recognized parental involvement. Abby and Chance eventually agree to shared custody. When Dominic becomes seriously ill, Devon proves to be a compatible bone-marrow donor and helps save his son’s life. soapoperanetwork.com
Jack discovers Allie—and Diane is alive
Anonymous messages draw Jack and Phyllis into an investigation of his estranged son Keemo’s life. Jack learns that Keemo has died and discovers Allie, the granddaughter he never knew existed.
The woman helping orchestrate the connection calls herself Taylor Jensen. She is revealed to be Diane Jenkins, presumed dead since 2011.
Diane returns to Genoa City seeking forgiveness and a relationship with Kyle. Her arrival provokes fierce opposition from Phyllis, Nikki and Ashley. Kyle gradually allows her into his life, while Jack remains cautious. TVMEG.COM
Phyllis and Jack’s reunion unravels
Jack and Phyllis briefly resume their romantic relationship. However, Phyllis’s determination to defeat Diane—and her use of the relationship in that rivalry—destroys Jack’s trust.
Phyllis joins Nikki and Ashley’s campaign against Diane, sells the Grand Phoenix and takes a position at Marchetti, where Diane also works.
Kyle and Summer return and take charge at Marchetti
Kyle, Summer and Harrison return from Milan. Jabot acquires Marchetti, allowing the fashion business to relocate to Genoa City.
Kyle becomes Marchetti’s CEO and works alongside Summer. Their professional plans become entangled with the conflict between their mothers. By the finale, they are preparing a vow-renewal celebration. Soap Opera Digest
Mariah and Tessa marry and pursue parenthood
Mariah continues recovering from her kidnapping and separation from Dominic. She and Tessa discuss having a family, become engaged and eventually marry.
Crystal returns for the ceremony after the legal obstacles surrounding her earlier disappearance are resolved. Following the wedding, Mariah and Tessa pursue adoption. Tessa also faces a medical problem affecting her singing voice.
Their daughter’s arrival belongs to a later season; no child is born to them during Season 49. Soap Opera Digest
Rey’s death and Sharon’s grief
Rey develops a friendship with Chelsea and Connor while remaining married to Sharon. Before a planned trip to a hockey game, he dies in the incident involving Victoria and Ashland’s cars.
Sharon faces another major bereavement. Nick and her children support her, and the family later celebrates Mariah’s wedding in the shadow of that loss. Daytime Confidential
Sally, Adam and Nick
Sally’s fashion career brings her closer to Adam. Her successful intervention in Victoria’s wedding dress helps establish her professionally, and she and Adam become romantically involved.
Corporate upheaval at Newman Media and Adam’s conflict with Victor damage their relationship. After their breakup, Sally and Nick become intimate, creating a new triangle that is firmly underway by the finale. SoapsSpoilers.com
Chancellor-Winters and Nate’s growing resentment
Lily and Devon merge their companies into Chancellor-Winters, with Billy, Nate, Amanda and Imani involved in the expanded business.
Nate struggles with Devon’s management and feels that his ideas are being dismissed. His resentment escalates into plans to assist Victoria in acquiring control of the company when it goes public. Elena objects to his conduct, placing their relationship under strain.
Audra arrives to assist with the proposed public offering near the season’s end. Soap Opera Digest
Chelsea wants Johnny to know the truth
Chelsea becomes increasingly invested in establishing a relationship with Johnny. Billy and Victoria finally tell him that Chelsea is his biological mother.
Johnny reacts with anger and distress. The revelation intensifies Chelsea’s emotional difficulties, but her subsequent suicide attempt occurs after this season. soaphub.com
4. Births
No new birth involving an established on-screen family was identified during Season 49.
Important distinctions:
Dominic was born on August 27, 2021, in Season 48.
Miles Fisher was born in October 2020.
Mariah and Tessa’s parenthood storyline remains at the adoption-planning stage during Season 49.
Dominic’s major story here concerns custody and his medical crisis, rather than his birth. Soap Opera Digest
5. Recasts and SORAS
Character
Casting change
U.S. debut/date
Classification
Noah Newman
Robert Adamson → Rory Gibson
October 12, 2021
Adult-to-adult recast accompanying a return.
Chance Chancellor
Donny Boaz’s former role → Conner Floyd
November 29, 2021
Adult-to-adult recast accompanying a return.
Ashland Locke
Richard Burgi → Robert Newman
February 9, 2022
Permanent adult recast.
Summer Newman
Hunter King → Allison Lanier
May 17, 2022
Permanent adult recast.
Imani Benedict
Leigh-Ann Rose → Denise Boutte
September 6, 2022
Temporary replacement because of a scheduling conflict.
Johnny Abbott
Holden and Ryan Hare → Paxton Mishkind
September 8, 2022
Older-child/young-teen recast and age-up.
Tucker McCall
Stephen Nichols’s former role → Trevor St. John
September 28, 2022
Adult-to-adult recast accompanying a return.
These dates are supported by contemporary casting coverage, actor interviews and subsequent role histories. soapoperanetwork.com
SORAS distinction: Johnny’s replacement brings an older portrayal, but no child-to-adult transformation of the kind specified in your request occurs during this season. Moses’s teenage SORAS happened in Season 48.
Diane’s casting requires a separate distinction: Susan Walters returns to a role she previously played. The most recent preceding Diane was Maura West, whose run ended in 2011. This is therefore a returning former performer succeeding an intervening recast. tvinsider.com
Hunter King’s final new appearance as Summer was February 21, 2022, following additional guest appearances after her 2021 departure from the regular cast. cheatsheet.com
6. New characters
Significant additions
Character
First appearance
Introduction
Kim Dunaway
November 18, 2021
Connected with Chance’s survival and recovery in Spain.
Dr. Alston
February 15, 2022
Treats Dominic during his medical crisis.
Dr. Huffman
March 3, 2022
Begins treating Chance’s PTSD.
Allie Nguyen
March 10, 2022
Keemo’s daughter and Jack’s granddaughter.
Tanya
March 23, 2022
Real-estate agent involved in selling Keemo’s house.
Dwight
May 23, 2022
Esther’s dating-app acquaintance.
Talia Morgan
August 17, 2022
Journalist initially interested in Ashland’s death, then Diane’s history.
Lucas
August 24, 2022
Recruited by Adam for a scheme.
Audra Charles
September 23, 2022
Business executive involved in Chancellor-Winters’ proposed public offering.
CBS confirms Allie’s identity and March 2022 introduction; the more precise dates and supporting arrivals are documented in casting reports. Talent
Additional new named guests include Pamela and Louise in October 2021, and Pat, Linda, Thomas, Gwen Davis, Giancarlo, Lori, Stanis and Officer Jen Roberts during 2022.
Noah, Chance, Diane, Crystal, Leslie, Deacon and Tucker are returning characters, not new creations.
7. Departures
Character
Date or period
Circumstances
Naya Benedict
Last identified appearance: November 12, 2021
Subsequently remains part of Amanda and Imani’s story through off-screen developments.
Jesse Gaines
November 2021
His role in the Ashland/ChanceComm conflict concludes.
Sutton Ames
Late 2021
His criminal case concludes with his conviction and imprisonment reported off screen.
Kim Dunaway
Late November–early December 2021
Her short storyline concludes after Chance’s return.
Rey Rosales
April 2022; death revealed April 20
Dies in the road incident involving Victoria and Ashland.
Ashland Locke
July 25, 2022
Fatal confrontation with Nick at Victoria’s home.
Faith Newman
Early September 2022
Leaves for college at the University of Michigan.
Moses Winters
During 2022
His appearances cease; he is subsequently described as having gone to college.
Naya’s final identified appearance, the short guest departures and the college exits are documented separately from the major deaths. Daytime Royalty
Actor changes are not character departures: Ashland remains on the canvas when Richard Burgi leaves, and Summer continues under Allison Lanier. Likewise, Mishael Morgan’s move to recurring status does not by itself constitute Amanda’s permanent exit.
8. Returns of former characters
Character
Date
Nature of return
Noah Newman
October 12, 2021
Returns for Victoria’s wedding, then stays in Genoa City; now played by Rory Gibson.
Leslie Brooks
October 12, 2021
Returns as the pianist for the Tuscany wedding celebrations.
Kyle Abbott and Summer Newman
October 12, 2021
Return for Victoria and Ashland’s wedding.
Harrison Locke
October 12, 2021
Accompanies Kyle and Summer to Tuscany.
Chance Chancellor
November 29, 2021
Found alive in Spain; now played by Conner Floyd.
Diane Jenkins
March 23, 2022
Revealed alive, initially using the identity Taylor Jensen.
Kyle Abbott
April 25, 2022
Begins his sustained return following earlier guest/video appearances.
Summer Newman
May 17, 2022
Returns under Allison Lanier.
Crystal Porter
May 13, 2022
Returns for Tessa and Mariah’s wedding.
Deacon Sharpe
September 20–21, 2022
B&B crossover involving Nikki and Diane’s faked death.
Tucker McCall
September 28, 2022
Returns under Trevor St. John.
The Tuscany arrivals are corroborated by CBS’s wedding photographs and episode records. Diane’s return is explicitly dated in contemporary coverage. Photos
Chelsea also resumes a more substantial on-screen presence after Melissa Claire Egan’s maternity leave. That is a return from an acting absence within an ongoing storyline.
9. Weddings
Couple
Date
Details
Kyle Abbott and Summer Newman
Early October 2021, off screen
Their Milan wedding takes place before the family’s Tuscany celebrations. No securely verified exact ceremony date was found.
Victoria Newman and Ashland Locke
October 15, 2021
Exchange vows and are pronounced married at the Newman palazzo in Tuscany.
Mariah Copeland and Tessa Porter
May 17, 2022
Kyle officiates at Top of the Tower. The celebration spans several episodes.
Kyle and Summer’s wedding is referenced as already completed in early-October dialogue. Victoria and Ashland’s vows are documented in the October 15 recap. TVMEG.COM
Mariah and Tessa’s date needs particular care: May 13 was the planned story date and is repeated on some reference pages, but the U.S. episode in which they exchange vows and are pronounced married aired May 17. Their wedding is Y&R’s first same-sex marriage ceremony. Daytime Confidential
Kyle and Summer’s 2022 vow renewal is still being prepared at the Season 49 finale; the ceremony belongs to Season 50. soaphub.com
10. Deaths
Character
Date
Circumstances
Keemo Volien Abbott / Hao Nguyen
Death revealed February 25, 2022
Jack discovers that his estranged son died off screen approximately three weeks earlier.
Rey Rosales
Death revealed April 20, 2022
Dies in the road incident involving Victoria and Ashland; a heart attack is subsequently established as the underlying cause.
Ashland Locke
July 25, 2022
Nick punches him while protecting Victoria; Ashland falls and strikes his head against the fireplace.
Keemo’s death is established through an obituary and memorial photograph, rather than a new performance by Philip Moon. TVMEG.COM
Rey’s death is disclosed in the April 20 episode. Ashland’s fatal confrontation is shown on July 25, followed by the disappearance of his body and Victor’s cover-up. Daytime Confidential
Diane’s return reverses her previously accepted death; it is not a new death during this season.
11. Y&R / B&B Crossovers
Y&R characters appearing in B&B
Character
Performer
B&B broadcast date
Story
Nikki Newman
Melody Thomas Scott
September 26, 2022
Visits Los Angeles, meets with Deacon about Diane’s past, and visits Forrester Creations.
Nikki’s visit includes obtaining a dress for Kyle and Summer’s forthcoming celebration. Contemporary casting coverage confirms September 26 as her B&B airdate. soaphub.com
B&B characters appearing in Y&R
Character
Performer
Y&R broadcast dates
Story
Deacon Sharpe
Sean Kanan
September 20 and 21, 2022
Reconnects with Nikki, who demands information about his involvement in helping Diane fake her death.
This is also Deacon’s return to Y&R after a long absence. The storyline continues on B&B when Nikki visits Los Angeles the following week. Daytime Royalty
No other newly broadcast character crossover between the two soaps was verified within these Season 49 boundaries. Sally remains a regular Y&R character throughout; her transfer from B&B occurred during Season 48.
