The New Year will bring plenty of romance, drama, and danger on The Young and the Restless. This week’s video hints that one couple is inching closer to a reunion, while another character faces a threat. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s ahead for December 29 to January 2.
Key Takeaways
- Holden and Claire ask special requests of each other.
- Cane’s lonely New Year’s Eve takes an interesting turn.
- Nick sets out to destroy a threat to his family.
Next On…
Although Claire (Hayley Erin) put the brakes on her and Holden’s (Nathan Owens) budding romance, Mr. Novak isn’t giving up. With New Year’s around the corner, he feels it’s the right time to try again with Claire. This week, he coyly asks Claire on a date to ring in the New Year together.
An intrigued Claire says that can be arranged, but on one condition. Knowing Claire, it’s impossible to tell what her condition is. Perhaps it’s a way to score more info on Audra (Zuleyka Silver). Or perhaps it’s something simpler, such as Claire buying drinks or picking their hangout spot.
Whatever it is, the date could be a turning point in Colden’s relationship. Maybe 2026 will be the year Claire and Holden finally become a couple.
Changing Lanes
While loved ones gather to spend New Year’s Eve together, Cane (Billy Flynn) will be alone. However, the businessman might not be lonely for long.
When Lily (Christel Khalil) bumps into her ex-husband, talk turns to their New Year’s plans. Cane takes the opportunity to ask Lily to spend the holiday with him. Naturally, Lily is unsure of the idea, considering Cane’s on-again, off-again relationship with Phyllis (Michelle Stafford).
When Lily broaches the topic of Phyllis, Cane makes it clear that he doesn’t want the redhead. The only person he wants to spend New Year’s with is Lily, and if that’s not possible, he’ll just be alone.
Chances are Lily will take Cane up on his offer, and the two will enjoy a relaxing and possibly romantic evening together. Although 2025 was rough on Lane, the New Year could bring them the fresh start they need.
Newman vs. Clark Showdown
Matt’s (Roger Howarth) latest reign of terror has gone too far. Between attacking Noah (Lucas Adams) and kidnapping Sienna (Tamara Braun), Matt has pushed Nick (Joshua Morrow) to the limit. Nick will do anything to protect his family, and this week he’ll prove why he’s Genoa City’s favorite hero.
Nick agrees to a deal with Matt in exchange for Sienna’s release. The two men meet in the park and immediately start trading barbs. Nick says he wondered if Matt had the guts to show up, and Matt replies he wouldn’t miss this for the world.
After trading barbs, it’s time to get down to business. While Matt thinks he has the upper hand, Nick is bound to have a trick or two up his sleeve. But things could turn dangerous if Matt suspects he’s being double-crossed.
Will Nick finally put an end to Matt’s reign of terror? Or will Matt pull another fast one on Nick?
