The Young and the Restless actress Sharon Case has worked with many of daytime’s top leading men. But when it came to working with Roger Howarth, she admits to being starstruck.
Key Takeaways
- Howarth joined Y&R in the fall of 2025.
- Howarth plays Matt Clark, a nemesis from Sharon and Nick’s past.
- Case has nothing but praise for her new co-star.
Admirer Of His Work
Throughout her 30-year soap opera career, Case (Sharon) has worked alongside many top actors. From Eric Braeden (Victor) to Joshua Morrow (Nick) to Peter Bergman (Jack); she’s shared scenes with daytime’s elite. But her latest co-star knocked her socks off.
Howarth (Matt) is an icon in daytime TV, famous for his roles on One Life to Live, As the World Turns, and General Hospital. When it was announced he was joining Y&R, not only were fans excited, but also Case. In an interview with Michael Fairman TV, the actress opened up about learning Howarth would be her new scene partner.
“When I had heard that Roger was coming to Y&R, I was very excited because, of course, I’ve seen his work on General Hospital and he’s such a wonderful actor. I love when someone like that joins our show. I’m lucky enough to get to be his scene partner and be in the storyline with him.”
Initially, Howarth’s role was kept under wraps, then when it was revealed, Case was stunned. “I thought, ‘Wow! Interesting!’ I’ve always thought one of these days Matt Clark needs to come back again. He’s one of those (type of) return villains over the decades, as is Cameron Kirsten (Linden Ashby) and a few others.”
Is Matt’s Reign Of Terror Over?
From Los Angeles to Genoa City, Matt’s reign of terror against The Newmans has continued. Although Matt is a long-time rival of Nick and Sharon, he’s turned his attention to their son Noah (Lucas Adams). Matt’s hatred for Noah stems from the young man’s affair with Matt’s wife, Sienna (Tamara Braun).
While things looked dire for Sienna when Matt kidnapped her, in true Newman fashion, she was rescued in the nick of time. After being bounced back and forth between The Abbotts and The Newmans, Matt is finally in Nick’s custody. Things aren’t looking good for Matt as Nick promises to end his reign of terror once and for all.
It’s uncertain how much time Matt has left in Genoa City. But one thing is for sure, Howarth has been a delight, giving a humorous and astounding performance as one of Y&R’s top villains.
