Michelle Stafford is getting The Young and the Restless fans sentimental. The star’s recent social media post is taking everyone on a stroll down memory lane to one of Phyllis’ epic rivalries.
Key Takeaways
- Phyllis and Diane are one of Y&R’s greatest feuds.
- Their feud began in 2001 when they fought over Jack.
- So far, things have been peaceful between the two enemies.
‘Old School’ Rivalry
Phyllis has gained many enemies throughout her time in Genoa City. While Christine (Lauralee Bell) and Sharon (Sharon Case) are considered her greatest rivals, neither of them compare to Diane (Susan Walters).
Phyllis and Diane’s epic rivalry began in 2001 when Phyllis was married to Jack (Peter Bergman), and Diane returned with their son Kyle (Michael Mealor). When Diane moved into the Abbott guest house, she wasted no time in causing trouble for Phyllis and Jack. Yet Phyllis proved she wasn’t the type of woman to mess with.
Tension ensued between the two women, and they came to blows many times. On Stafford’s Instagram, she shared one of Phyllis and Diane’s iconic arguments with their friend Michael (Christian Le Blanc) caught in the middle. In the clip, the two women clash after Diane accuses Phyllis of setting the fire that almost killed her.
“OLD SCHOOL!!! Sooo funn! #YR @christianjleblanc @swaltersashby circa 2002 I think. You can fact check me,” Stafford captioned the post, which brought back fond memories for everyone. “Omg that’s awesome!!” wrote Walters.
“Aye this is so delicious!! I loved this era!!” wrote one fan. “OMG! How nostalgic is this. I remember those days so clearly,” wrote one viewer. “Oh, my goodness, Phyllis and Diane are 🔥,” declared another fan.
Two Decades In The Making
Phyllis and Diane’s rivalry has been going strong for over 20 years. When Diane returned from the dead in 2022, the two women picked up where they left off.
Diane’s attempts to redeem herself and make a fresh start in Genoa City were often thwarted by Phyllis. The redhead took things too far by faking her own death and framing Diane for her murder. However, Phyllis’ plot is later exposed, leading her to become the town pariah.
While Phyllis has been trying to rebuild her life after her fake death fiasco, things are looking up for Diane. She finally married her long-time love Jack, and they have a happy life with Kyle and their grandson Harrison.
Phyllis and Diane’s rivalry seems to have come to an end…at least for now. But one never knows when it may start up. Especially with Phyllis now in charge of Newman Enterprises and wanting to take control of Jabot.
