The Bold And The Beautiful: Who Was Deke’s Mom? The Truth Behind Little Eric’s Shocking Past
Fans of The Bold and the Beautiful were stunned when the closing credits recently confirmed that Remy Pryce’s (Christian Weissman) new boyfriend is none other than Deacon Sharpe’s (Sean Kanan) son. Longtime viewers will remember that Deacon’s son was once known as “Little Eric,” but many newer fans are still asking — who was Deke’s mom, and how did he get tied into the Forrester family legacy?
The Origin of Little Eric
Back in the early 2000s, B&B introduced baby Eric Forrester III, affectionately called Little Eric. At first, everyone believed he was the son of Rick Forrester (Jacob Young) and Amber Moore (Adrienne Frantz). The storyline was filled with classic soap-style twists, but it didn’t take long before the truth came to light — neither Rick nor Amber was actually his biological parent.
Amber and Becky’s Baby Switch
The truth dates back to Amber and her troubled sister Becky Moore, who were both pregnant at the same time. Amber, unsure of her baby’s paternity but hoping Rick Forrester was the father, suffered a devastating loss when her baby was stillborn.
In a desperate act, Amber swapped her stillborn child with Becky’s baby and passed him off as her own. She named the child Eric Forrester III, tying him directly to the powerful Forrester family.
The Shocking Reveal: Deacon Was the Father
It was eventually revealed that the baby boy wasn’t Rick’s at all — he was Becky’s son. And even more surprising, Deacon Sharpe turned out to be the baby’s biological father. This revelation turned Little Eric into Deacon’s son, making him part of one of the most complicated family sagas on the show.
Life With Amber, CJ, and Deacon
After the truth unraveled, Amber’s relationship with Rick crumbled, and she later moved on with CJ Garrison. During those years, Little Eric lived in a complicated household where Amber tried to play mom. Eventually, however, Deacon Sharpe fought for and won custody of his son, raising him alongside his then-love interest, Macy Alexander.
Amber’s Exit With Little Eric
Amber’s role in Little Eric’s life didn’t end there. After a long-running feud with the Forrester family, Amber kidnapped Little Eric and fled to Italy, leaving behind years of family battles. The last fans heard, Amber was still in Italy, keeping close ties with the Marone family.
Will Amber Return?
With Little Eric (now Deke) resurfacing in the storyline, fans can’t help but wonder if Amber Moore might return as well. After all, B&B loves bringing back characters with unresolved ties, and Amber’s connection to both Deacon and the Forresters leaves the door wide open for more drama.