Welcome back, Y&R fans! Buckle up for a week of emotional aftershocks, dangerous games, passionate encounters, and shocking revelations that are about to rock Genoa City to its core. From July 7 to 11, The Young and the Restless is gearing up to deliver a thrilling blend of trauma, temptation, and twisted turns that will leave fans speechless.

Let’s dive into everything happening this week—and the explosive fallout from last week’s jaw-dropping events.

What You Missed: Secrets, Shockers, and Shattered Hearts

The previous week was packed with suspense and emotional breakdowns.

On Monday, June 30, Cane made a cryptic and abrupt exit from a gathering, strongly hinting someone was out to kill him. His sudden disappearance left Chance, Devon, and Abby deeply unsettled. Meanwhile, Lily lashed out at Amanda, disgusted by Cane’s adoption of Colin’s manipulative ways, even as Amanda insisted he’d changed.

Elsewhere, on a train headed out of town, Billy tried to assure Sally that launching Abbott Communications remotely would work—but Sally wasn’t about to be left out of the power equation. She demanded legal safeguards to protect her control of the company if Billy pursued the Chancellor deal.

In the shadows of the Newman estate garden, Diane warned Kyle about a brewing alliance between Victor and Audra, while Audra confidently dismissed any rumors of romantic involvement with Kyle when speaking to Damian.

By Tuesday, things escalated quickly. Billy officially handed Abbott Communications over to Sally, securing her leadership in writing. Meanwhile, Cane, clearly playing a dangerous double game, secretly returned to Genoa City and recruited Holden to dig into Damian and Lily’s connections while building alliances in town. Chelsea spotted Cane undercover at Crimson Lights and immediately sensed something was off.

At the same time, Sharon and Nick—still stranded—began questioning Cane’s remote manipulations, while Lily and Damian joined them for a tense dinner, expressing mounting concern over Cane’s agenda.

Wednesday’s episode revealed that Adam had become convinced Colin was actually Dumas and jetted off to France for answers. Back home, Phyllis eavesdropped on Amanda’s private talk with Carter and pieced together Cane’s quiet return to Genoa City. Devon cautioned Amanda to stay on guard—Cane might be using her again. Meanwhile, Victoria and Claire got a miracle at the hospital when Cole awoke from his illness… but their joy was tragically short-lived.

Because on Thursday, Cole’s recovery was reversed in the cruelest way—he died in Victoria’s arms, leaving her and Claire devastated. Claire, clinging to memories, wore her father’s jacket and reached out to Kyle in a vulnerable voicemail. Meanwhile, Chelsea confronted Holden at the café, suspecting a deeper connection to Cane. Holden evaded, but Chelsea wasn’t buying it. On the emotional front, Tessa confided in Daniel that her marriage to Mariah might be over, after Mariah moved out.

Friday brought the biggest shocker yet: Adam discovered that Cane, using the alias “Aristotle Dumas,” had been orchestrating a secret takeover plan targeting major Genoa City assets. He exposed the scheme to his family in France. Meanwhile, Phyllis—ever the sleuth—overheard Amanda talking to Carter again and accused her of helping Cane. Amanda denied it. In a tense final act, Cane met with Victor to discuss a possible alliance, while Lily and Damian’s stolen kiss was secretly witnessed… by Cane.

Coming Up This Week (July 7–11): It’s All Coming Undone

Get ready, because the week ahead promises revenge, betrayal, romantic turning points, and high-stakes ultimatums.

Monday, July 7: Victor Strikes Back

Victor Newman isn’t sitting quietly anymore. After weeks of scheming and betrayal swirling around him, he sees a golden opportunity—and he’s taking it. Expect Victor to retaliate in a way only he can. Meanwhile, Phyllis is hot on Cane’s trail and determined to expose the truth, no matter who gets caught in the crossfire. As for Kyle, he’s stuck in a complicated web with Audra, who’s now giving him seriously mixed signals. Is it love, manipulation, or something far more dangerous?

Tuesday, July 8: Ghosts of the Past and Uncertain Futures

Victoria finds solace in a surprise visit from someone she once loved—someone from her past who could either heal her broken heart or complicate it all over again. Meanwhile, Mariah and Tessa have a heart-to-heart about their future. Will love conquer their latest crisis? And Danny? He’s gearing up to make a huge decision, one that could change the course of his life forever.

Wednesday, July 9: Jack’s Ultimatum & a Surprise Alliance

Jack’s had enough. This week, he confronts Billy and lays down a final, no-nonsense ultimatum. If Billy wants to keep what’s his, he’ll have to make some hard choices. Elsewhere, Sharon and Nick set aside their issues to team up and support Phyllis in her mission to unearth Cane’s secrets.

Thursday, July 10: Proposals and Power Plays

Romance heats up as Danny proposes to Christine in a heartfelt moment that could reignite an old flame—or cause new pain. Meanwhile, Lily steps out of her comfort zone and makes a bold, unexpected move. At the same time, Victoria must make a painful, possibly life-altering decision—one that could define her future and legacy.

Friday, July 11: Temptation, Schemes, and Deepening Ties

Claire turns to Holden for support in her grief. Their connection grows, but could it lead to more than just friendship? Kyle and Audra, meanwhile, are dancing with temptation—and it’s only a matter of time before someone crosses the line. In the shadows, Adam and Chelsea team up for a mysterious new plan. What are they plotting—and who will it bring down?

Final Thoughts: Tensions Are Boiling Over

This week on The Young and the Restless, everything is changing—fast. The lines between friends and enemies are blurring, loyalties are shifting, and love is walking a tightrope over scandal and betrayal. As Cane’s shadow looms over every major storyline, characters are being tested like never before.

Who will crack under pressure? Who will rise from the ashes? And which secrets will finally come to light?

Don’t miss a single episode from July 7–11—because nothing in Genoa City is ever what it seems.