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The Young and The Restless
The Young and the Restless is a CBS daytime soap opera that premiered on March 26, 1973. The show is set in the fictional Genoa City, located in the Midwest. The Young and the Restless primarily follows the scandals, tragedies, and relationships of the Newman, Abbott, Baldwin, and Winters families. In 1987, The Young and the Restless spinoff series, The Bold and the Beautiful, premiered.
Premiere: March 26, 1973 Genres: Daytime soap opera, drama Where to Watch: CBS, Paramount+ Current Cast: Eric Braeden, Peter Bergman, Sharon Case, Joshua Morrow, and Melody Thomas Scott. Spinoffs: The Bold and the Beautiful
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Dick Van Dyke Reacts to Winning Daytime Emmy at 98: ‘Tops Off a Lifetime’

Dick Van Dyke made TV history on Friday night when, at age 98, he became the oldest person to win a Daytime Emmy Award.

by Megan Elliott

Published on June 7, 2024

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How to Stream the 2024 Daytime Emmys

The 51st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards will take place on June 7. The ceremony airs live on CBS.

by Megan Elliott

A woman holding a bottle of Acqua Panna in 'The Bold and The Beautiful'

Daytime Emmys 2024: Which of Your Favorite Soap Stars Are Nominated?

This year's list of Daytime Emmy nominees included a couple of surprises. The awards air June 7 on CBS.

by Megan Elliott

‘NCIS’ Will Have a Christmas Episode in 2024 — Get the Details

'NCIS' and 'NCIS: Origins' will air new holiday episodes on Dec. 16.

by Megan Elliott

Published on November 3, 2024

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Is There a ‘Ghosts’ Halloween’ Episode in 2024?

The ghosts decide to try Sam (Rose McIver) as a witch in the CBS sitcom's fourth Halloween episode.

by Megan Elliott

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Where to Watch the Original ‘Matlock’ With Andy Griffith

Andy Griffith played Ben Matlock in the original 'Matlock,' which aired from 1986 to 1995.

by Megan Elliott

‘The Young and the Restless’: Fans Are Sick of Billy

The Young and the Restless has a few fans who feel like the show's recent storyline involving Billy is fairly dull. They are done seeing so much of Billy.

by Monique Douty

‘The Young and the Restless’: Fans Are Hoping Chance and Abby Will Have a Baby

The Young and the Restless is no stranger to setting the stage in daytime drama, making its appearance on many TV screens since its premiere in the ’70s. It has addressed everything from social issues, social class conflicts, and sexuality to love, rivalries, and success. However, the most enticing interests in soap operas are the …

by Brandi Yetzer

‘The Young and the Restless’: Fans Want a More Exciting Storyline For Sharon

The Young and the Restless is known for using life-threatening illness and tragic death to move the storyline. Throughout the years, fans have seen their favorite characters come and go. Recently the fan-favorite Sharon Newman was diagnosed with breast cancer, and fans are anything but happy with the angle. Fans are now demanding that Sharon …

by Lulu Currey

‘The Young and the Restless’: Billy’s Decision to Fire Amanda Didn’t Impress Fans

The Young and the Restless has an amazing cast and excellent writing, but a recent storyline didn't sit well with many viewers.

by Robert Arissen

‘The Young and the Restless’: Adam May Crash Sharon and Rey’s Wedding

Wedding bells are ringing on The Young and the Restless! While Sharon Newman and Rey Rosales are set to get married this upcoming week on the show, could Adam Newman prove to be a roadblock in these two getting hitched?

by Trey Mangum

‘The Young and the Restless’: Victoria Has Gotten Vicious and Fans Hate It

The Young and the Restless is one of the most popular soap operas of all time and has a huge fan base to prove it. First premiering in March 1973, it is one of the longest-running shows ever, and never fails to keep fans entertained. The show is set in the fictional town of Genoa …

by Robert Arissen

‘The Young and the Restless’: Sally Spectra Made 1 Move Showing She’s Changed

Soap operas such as The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless are known for going to extreme lengths to advance their storylines. Things such as death, life-threatening illnesses, and betrayals are some of the angles that such shows use to move the story along. However, fans feel that the show’s writers …

by Lane Arnold

‘The Young and the Restless’ Fans Don’t Want Chelsea to Forgive Adam Anytime Soon

Kidnapping is a major theme in soap operas. Whether it’s someone kidnapping their current love interest, or a rival kidnapping the one person they hate most, there seems to be at least one every season. Chelsea is the latest character to get kidnapped on The Young and the Restless, and in a Twitter poll, CBS …

by Jesse Barnhill

‘The Young and the Restless’: Why Is Tyler Johnson Leaving and Will He Return?

The Young and the Restless fans have followed Tyler Johnson‘s character Theo Vanderway’s storyline closely until the revelation that he is a part of the Abbott family. Theo was initially Kyle Abbott’s friend when he was introduced to the show. Theo has furthered the show’s storyline for the past year. However, if Johnson’s social media …

by Lane Arnold

‘The Young and the Restless’: Adam Isn’t a Sociopath and Here’s Why, According to Mark Grossman

Adam Newman is most known for being the Newman family underdog who is sometimes a villain and sometimes an anti-hero. Regardless of what you think about him, it is hard to deny that he doesn't take back after his father, Victor Newman, in a lot of aspects. Recently, Adam has found himself getting mandatory treatment after spiraling. Mark Grossman, who plays the character, spoke about it all in a new interview.

by Trey Mangum

‘The Young and the Restless’ Fans Want Phyllis and Nick to Split For Good

Sometimes a relationship has run its course, and it appears that is the case for Nick and Phyllis on The Young and the Restless. They’ve had their ups and downs over the years, and now many fans are ready for them to break up only to never make up, according to a Twitter post from …

by Jesse Barnhill

‘The Young and the Restless’: Peter Bergman on Jack Abbott’s New Status in the Abbott Family

Peter Bergman is one of daytime television's legends. The Young and the Restless star has played Jack Abbott for years on the CBS soap opera, and now, the character is entering a new phase.

by Trey Mangum

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‘The Young and the Restless’: Camryn Grimes Questioned if Cassie Newman Would Be Killed off Before the Character’s Death

Camyrn Grimes is known for playing two pivotal roles on The Young and the Restless in Mariah Copeland and Cassie Newman. She is a soap opera veteran, starring on the show as a young child and now as an adult. In a throwback interview from Soap Opera Digest when she was a teen, the actress talked about the story surrounding Cassie's death and her exit.

by Trey Mangum

‘The Young and the Restless’: Eric Braeden Almost Quit the Show Early on For a Relatable Reason

Eric Braeden is one of the most iconic actors in daytime television history, known for playing his equally iconic character, Victor Newman. However, before Victor became such a hugely important component of modern soap opera canon, the actor actually wanted to leave the show after only being on it for a few months. Victor is …

by Trey Mangum

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‘The Young and the Restless’: 1 Young Actor Has a Sibling Starring In ‘Gossip Girl’

Sometimes, we get so wrapped up in the world of celebrity news that we often forget they are people just like us. They have completely different lives onscreen than what we are used to seeing in movies and on television shows, and we become so accustomed to seeing them in character that it is hard …

by Robert Arissen

‘The Young and the Restless’: Is Sharon Case Leaving?

Since 1994, fans have been enjoying Sharon Case on the popular soap opera The Young and the Restless, and for good reason. She is an amazingly talented actor, and everything that she has brought to the show over the years is nothing less than spectacular. Case is currently 49 years old and has accomplished quite …

by Robert Arissen

‘The Young and the Restless’: Melissa Ordway and Justin Gaston Thought Playing Abby and Chance Together Would Be Weird

The Young and the Restless has a new married couple on the scene. Abby Newman and Chance Chancellor have tied the knot. But instead of Chance's regular portrayer, Donny Boaz, playing the character, he is temporarily being played by someone else. That person happens to be Justin Gaston, the real-life spouse of Melissa Ordway, who plays Abby.

by Trey Mangum

‘The Young and the Restless’: Fans Really Want Nina Webster Back, But Would Tricia Cast Return for Good?

The Young and the Restless fans are overjoyed because two longtime cast member and fan favorites, Jill Abbott and Nina Webster, are back on the show. Jill is on the show occasionally, but is it possible that Nina could ever be back on a recurring basis as well?

by Trey Mangum

‘The Young and the Restless’: Courtney Hope Says Sally Spectra Learned Her Lesson

Courtney Hope is the latest actress to make the jump to 'The Young and the Restless,' but how will her character Sally Spectra fare in a new city?

by Jesse Barnhill

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‘The Young and the Restless’: Peter Bergman Thought It Was a ‘Terrible Idea’ To Kill off John Abbott, but Something Changed His Mind

Jack Abbot, played by Peter Bergman, is one of the most important characters on The Young and the Restless. However, the actor once disagreed with one of the most integral moments in Jack's storyline.

by Trey Mangum

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