Genoa City is set to ignite with drama, deception, and devastating revelations in the upcoming episodes of

The Young and the Restless, airing from May 19 to May 30, 2025. As beloved characters face moral crossroads,

buried secrets come to light, and the power dynamics shift, fans can expect nothing short of a high-stakes rollercoaster.

At the center of the chaos: Nick Newman’s downward spiral and Sally Spectra’s growing uncertainty. With lives and loyalties hanging in the balance, here’s what to expect in the dramatic two-week stretch.

Nick Newman: On a Dangerous Path

Nick Newman, long the moral compass of the Newman family, is slipping—and fast. Still reeling from recent personal and professional upheavals, Nick finds himself dangerously entangled with both Phyllis Summers and Sharon Newman, rekindling complicated relationships that refuse to stay in the past.

When Phyllis reaches out during yet another personal crisis, Nick answers the call—despite his better judgment. Meanwhile, his deepening connection with Sharon blurs lines further, especially as Sharon senses the emotional weight Nick carries and offers him support. But is she becoming a lifeline—or an accomplice in his collapse?

His actions are raising red flags with those around him. Sally Spectra, for one, is beginning to suspect that Nick’s judgment has been severely compromised—particularly after he expresses willingness to help Phyllis yet again, even after her erratic past behavior.

Nick is walking a dangerous line, and if he doesn’t pull back soon, he may lose not just his career—but himself.

Sally Spectra: Haunted by Sacrifice

As Nick slips deeper into questionable territory, Sally finds herself at a breaking point. Once hopeful about her future—both professionally and personally—Sally is now questioning everything. She worries that her decision to abandon her fashion dreams might have been in vain, especially as Billy Abbott shows signs of guilt over firing Phyllis.

Sally is unnerved by Billy’s apparent soft spot for his former flame. Though Billy reassures Sally that Phyllis won’t be reinstated, his distracted demeanor—especially during launch party planning—tells a different story. Sally’s instincts flare when she senses that Amanda Sinclair, Dumas’s legal representative, may be hiding something about Phyllis’s intentions and Dumas’s real agenda.

What’s more troubling is Sally’s belief that everything she’s built could come crashing down if Phyllis, once again, weasels her way back into power.

Dumas Drama: Schemes and Suspicion

Aristotle Dumas may not have stepped foot in Genoa City yet, but his shadow looms large.

Amanda Sinclair returns as Dumas’s sharp-tongued lawyer and wastes no time clashing with Phyllis. She tells her bluntly: Dumas will not invest in her ventures, nor will he help her and Daniel build anything substantial. Amanda accuses Phyllis of flying blind—lacking a coherent strategy and simply grasping at straws.

But Phyllis isn’t backing down. She’s convinced that Dumas has his eyes set on Chancellor-Winters and claims she wants to see Victor and Nikki Newman lose control of their empire. Amanda, visibly rattled by Phyllis’s tenacity, warns others—including Billy and Sally—to tread carefully. But is she protecting them—or hiding something more sinister?

Winters Family: A New Player Joins

Damian Cain has officially decided to remain in Genoa City, and Lily Winters is all in. Despite Devon Hamilton’s reservations about Damian’s true intentions, Lily is confident in her decision to offer Damian a management role overseeing Winters’s hotel division.

As Devon remains skeptical—perhaps with good reason—Lily continues to back Damian, even hinting at inviting him to Nikki Newman’s upcoming birthday gala. Their chemistry is palpable, and if romance is brewing, it could complicate things, especially if Damian is not who he seems.

Meanwhile, Abby Newman is visibly shaken by Amanda’s return, interpreting it as a threat. The history between Amanda, Devon, and Abby is loaded with betrayal, and Abby’s fear that Amanda may be back for revenge could be more than paranoia—it may be prescient.

Kyle, Audra & Holden: Love, Lies, and Loyalty

Kyle Abbott’s personal life continues to unravel as Holden Novak confronts him about his involvement with Audra Charles. Kyle’s admission—that their affair was nothing more than a fleeting physical fling—only adds fuel to the fire.

Holden, increasingly erratic, gives off an unsettling energy. Could he be more than just a jilted observer? Meanwhile, Audra finds herself cornered and must defend her actions during a tense interaction with Kyle at Society. Cryptic and defensive, she’s acting like someone hiding a major secret—and Kyle’s patience is wearing thin.

Victor & Nikki: A Celebration with Consequences

Victor Newman, never one to do things halfway, begins the celebrations for Nikki’s birthday with a romantic surprise. But with weeks still to go until the big day, Victor’s overtures may serve a double purpose: keeping Nikki distracted while he orchestrates something far more calculated behind the scenes.

Meanwhile, Claire Grace is determined to pitch a party idea to Victor that could be a veiled attempt to sway Kyle—possibly to gain personal favor or mend bridges. Victor remains noncommittal, and Kyle, still grappling with emotional fallout, may not be as easily persuaded as Claire hopes.

Other Developments to Watch

• Victoria Newman takes a bold step forward with Cole Howard, who remains mysteriously sequestered due to an undisclosed illness. Her decision to draw closer could backfire, especially if Cole’s health crisis is more serious than anyone knows.
• Jack Abbott continues his efforts to make Diane Jenkins feel at home within the Abbott family. But as she battles feelings of rejection after the mansion remodel and Billy’s cutting reaction, Diane’s place in the family remains precarious.
• Michael Baldwin attempts to pull Lauren Fenmore away from the drama surrounding Victor, but his efforts may fall short as tensions escalate within the Newman empire.

Final Thoughts

With betrayal looming, alliances shifting, and old flames reigniting, the second half of May promises to push every character to their breaking point. As Nick teeters on the edge and Sally reevaluates her future, Genoa City braces for a storm of emotional fallout and shocking revelations.

Will Nick find redemption—or ruin? Can Sally hold her ground as the walls close in? And is Dumas a savior, or the mastermind of chaos?

Tune in weekdays on CBS to find out what’s next on The Young and the Restless—where secrets never stay buried for long.