The Young and the Restless Recap: Claire Dumps Kyle, Jack Calls Jill, and Victor Considers a Shaky Alliance
The Young and the Restless (Y&R) delivered another jam-packed episode filled with breakups, business betrayals, and Newman vs. Abbott drama. From Claire breaking Kyle’s heart to Jack reaching out to Jill, Genoa City is buzzing with tension and shifting alliances.
Claire Breaks Things Off With Kyle
At the Abbott mansion, Claire and Kyle enjoy some sweet moments with Harrison after his return to school. But once the small talk fades, Kyle tries to salvage their relationship. Claire, however, insists this isn’t about him—it’s about her need for independence. She admits she rushed into things and gave others too much control over her choices.
Kyle realizes what’s happening: Claire is ending things. She reassures him it’s not forever, but she needs to step back and make her own mistakes. Once alone, Claire breaks down in tears before calling Holden to ask if his Los Angeles invitation still stands. Looks like Claire is ready for her next big risk.
Sally and Billy Hit a Wall
At Chancellor Park, Sally gushes to Audra about her renewed plans with Billy and Abbott Communications. Audra, however, isn’t buying Billy’s sudden transformation and warns Sally about mixing love and business. When Sally insists Jack will fund them, Audra points out they’re once again at the mercy of powerful men.
Later, Billy tries to convince Jack to invest in Abbott Communications one more time. But Jack isn’t swayed. He believes Sally has potential, but Billy has burned him too many times. Jack refuses, telling his brother bluntly that his words don’t mean anything anymore.
When Billy breaks the news to Sally and Audra at Crimson Lights, Sally guesses correctly that Jack turned them down. Still, Billy insists this fight is far from over.
Jack and Jill Strategize
Meanwhile, Jack connects with Jill via video call. She immediately assumes Billy is in trouble again, but Jack shifts the conversation to Cane Ashby and the threat he poses. Jill doesn’t see why everyone views Cane as such a danger, but Jack suggests she come back to Genoa City to see for herself.
Jack later approaches Victor with his proposal to team up against Cane. Nikki worries Victor will betray Jack the first chance he gets. Now the question is: will the Mustache agree to such an uneasy alliance?
Newman Family Concerns
At the ranch, Nikki vents to Victor, Victoria, and Nick about Cane monopolizing their conversations. Still, Victor lays out his strategy to use Jill against Cane. Nikki fears Victor will take Jack’s olive branch and turn it into a weapon against him.
At Society, Nick and Victoria privately agree their father’s potential deal with Jack could be disastrous. As they talk, Nick admits he’s leaving town with Sharon for a while likely the wisest move given the brewing chaos.