The Young and the Restless head writer, Josh Griffith, discussed Victor’s need to regain control over Newman Enterprises. He will do whatever it takes to restore his family’s legacy. Even if that means using Phyllis as a pawn, especially now that she had a hand in saving Nick’s life.
Key Takeaways
- Victor wants to continue to control the narrative.
- During Nick’s near-fatal drug overdose, Victor focused on controlling Matt, as Phyllis helped him.
- Victor is slightly bitter that Phyllis helped save Nick’s life, and he will use that to his advantage.
How Will Victor Get Newman Enterprises Back?
Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) refuses to forfeit Victor’s (Eric Braeden). She finally has a woman-owned empire, even if it was from someone else’s legacy. In an exclusive interview with Soap Opera Digest, Y&R’s head writer Griffith shared that Victor is feeling the pressure. The time is ticking, and all Victor can think about is getting his company back.
“I don’t want to say he’s desperate, because Victor Newman is never desperate, but he’s lost his empire, and he will do anything to get it back,” Griffith hinted.
However, his family has questioned his motives, and he doesn’t like it. Victor would rather that his family never blinked at his schemes.
This messes with Victor’s conscience because both his legacy and his family are important to him. So, which path does he go in? Does he fight for his legacy? Or does he listen to his family? “Newman Enterprises is the core of his family, and so that they wouldn’t follow him to any extreme is deeply frustrating to him,” Griffith noted.
Using Phyllis to His Advantage
In addition, Victor is miffed that Phyllis had a hand in saving Nick’s (Joshua Morrow) life. On Tuesday, June 2, Nick and Phyllis will get to reconnect. Nick and Phyllis will have an emotional moment, even though she stole his company. As for Victor, he will use this situation to his advantage.
“On a personal level, he’s very appreciative and moved that she, without thinking, saved his son’s life,” Griffith explained. “Now, can he try to use that as leverage? Yes.”
Victor doesn’t want to explore his emotions and express gratitude to Phyllis. He doesn’t have time for that. He immediately goes back to scheming.
Even though Victor has some respect for Phyllis, he still wants to be in charge. Griffith hinted that the Mustache will run over Phyllis to get his company back. Of course, Victor is kind of bitter that she did something that he couldn’t do in that moment
At that very moment, Victor was too focused on controlling Matt (Roger Howarth) than saving his son’s life. But since Phyllis helped save the day, he feels that Phyllis owes him his company back. So, who will win this fight?
“We can never underestimate either Phyllis or Victor — and especially not Victor,” Griffith teased.
