The young and the restless Spoilers revealed for October 20-24, 2025 Sally Spectra (Courtney Hope) backs down and Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) is very angry.
As we always do on Early Release Day, we’ll start with what’s happening the rest of this week, and then we’ll talk about what’s in store next week, so you have context for all those spoilers.
The Young and the Restless: Claire Grace Newman rejects Kyle Abbott’s apology in emotional confrontation
Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor) heads to Los Angeles to retrieve Claire Grace Newman (Hayley Erin). He shows up at her hotel with flowers and smiles, but she is not happy to see him. Kyle admits that Victoria Newman (Amelia Heinle) told him where to find her, and Claire doesn’t like that at all. However, he insists that he is there to protect her from Holden Novak (Nathan Owens).
Claire pushes back hard. She told Kyle she needed time and space, but here he was again. When he asks her out that night, she declines, saying she already has plans with Holden. When Kyle continues to press, Claire explains that she has made her decision. Holden appears and demands that Kyle leave them alone. Claire reluctantly gives Kyle a few minutes while Holden waits downstairs.
Kyle opens up about his heartbreak, upset that Claire abandoned him and ran off with Holden. Claire shrugs, reminding him that she asked for breathing room but he kept trying to control her. His behavior only reinforces the reason for her leaving. Kyle insists he loves her, but Claire says she needs to find herself, and she can’t do it under his watchful eyes.
The Young and the Restless: Noah Newman’s devastating car crash rocks Genoa City
Meanwhile, back in Genoa City, Victoria tells Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic) about Noah Newman’s (Lucas Adams) car accident. Nate plans to make a large donation to University Hospital In honor of his late brother. Victoria also regrets giving Kyle Claire’s location. Back in Los Angeles, Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) tells Nick that their son Noah has suffered serious injuries – facial and skull damage.
After surgery, Noah made it through, but his parents were shaken. Sharon is distraught that another of her children was injured after Cassie and Faith’s accident. They can’t understand why Noah is in Malibu so late at night. Nick remembers that Noah seemed nervous the last time they talked. When they finally saw him, his face was completely covered in bandages.
The Young and the Restless: Detective Burrow makes his debut with a new mystery
On Thursday, October 16, Sharon and Nick meet a mysterious stranger – Detective Burrow (Matt Cohen), who is investigating Noah’s crash. Meanwhile, Mariah Copeland (Camryn Grimes) is surprised by a surprise visit from Tessa Porter (Kate Fairbanks) to the mental health facility where she is receiving treatment. The young and the restless.
Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) decides to take matters personally and confronts Ken Ashby (Billy Flynn) about his dangerous AI project. On Friday, October 17, Audra Charles (Zuleika Silver) faces a painful reminder of her past. It could include Nate, Amy Lewis (Valarie Pettiford), or even Holden. Meanwhile, Nick continues to search for the truth behind Noah’s crash, while Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) tries to mend fences with Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson).
The Young and the Restless: Kane’s AI threat and Kyle Abbott’s simmering rage
In the week of October 20-24, Kyle returns home from Los Angeles and attacks Audra, blaming her for everything, including Claire going out with Holden. Meanwhile, Victor Newman (Eric Braeden), Adam Newman (Mark Grossman), and Chelsea Lawson Newman (Melissa Claire Egan) believe they have Kane cornered, but his alliance with Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford) could turn deadly if provoked.
Billy struggles as Jill Abbott (Jess Walton) leaves Genoa City for treatment in London. He is frustrated by her constant favoritism towards Kane and her influence Apotcom Finance. We’ll also see tension between Sienna Bacall (Tamara Brown) and Holden as secrets from the past threaten to come to light. Nick remains focused on uncovering the identity of who targeted Noah, and cooperates with Detective Burrow to get to the truth.
The Young and the Restless: The Final Goodbye of Claire Grace Newman by Kyle Abbott
Although Claire is not cruel, she adamantly rejects Kyle’s pleas. He stays in Los Angeles hoping she will change her mind, but Claire may need to bluntly tell him to leave town. Kyle’s insistence on control may be the last straw for her. For now, she’s moving forward — with Holden, and without him.
