Cane and Phyllis have Newman Enterprises at their fingertips on The Young and the Restless. But the Newmans won’t give up without a fight. Phyllis feels she deserves this company because she’s a part of the legacy family. But is she right?
Key Takeaways
- Phyllis and Cane successfully turned the AI program on its host, Victor.
- In a single false move, the program tore through Newman Enterprises’ security and assets, forcing a shutdown.
- The power couple effectively seized control of the major division as the company crumbled in real-time.
- Phyllis believes she deserves to have a piece of the Newman empire.
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Why Phyllis Deserves Newman
Unlike the Newman family, who were born into wealth, Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) clawed her way to the top. She argued that she deserved a win after being looked down upon. She’s also a highly skilled technical guru who used the AI program to take down the billion-dollar conglomerate.
She demonstrated the technical know-how to lead a modern, tech-driven company. Some Phyllis fans would agree that Victor (Eric Braeden) owed her due to his past treatment of her. Taking his company would be the long-overdue restitution she’s been seeking.
Additionally, Phyllis has a track record as a successful entrepreneur. She successfully owned and operated The Grand Phoenix hotel and held executive roles at Jabot and Newman in the past.
Phyllis justifies her power move to secure a legacy for her children, Daniel (Michael Graziadei) and Summer (Allison Lanier). She can see them running a powerful media company one day. By seizing Newman Enterprises, she effectively consolidates Summer’s inheritance.
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Why Phyllis Doesn’t Deserve Newman
Arguably, the takeover was achieved through an AI program and Cane. Phyllis should build a company on her own hard work, merit, and leadership, not cyberwarfare and sabotage. Also, she has never had loyalty to the Newmans.
Phyllis is her own worst enemy. Most of her personal vendettas become her business decisions. Her impulsive and volatile nature makes her a liability as a CEO and leader.
She’s known for chasing shiny objects. She originally tried to partner with Cane, but when he hesitated, she seduced him and stole the AI software from his laptop. Then she pivoted, pretending to work with Victor to use the program against Jabot.
In the eyes of the Newmans, Phyllis will always be seen as the woman who conned her way into their family. Victor created the company from nothing. He transformed himself into the successful man he is today.
What are your thoughts? Do you think Phyllis deserves Newman Enterprises?
