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Peter Bergman Celebrates 30 Years as Y&R’s Jack Abbott With Special Episode

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He is multi-Daytime Emmy winning actor, who is synonymous with daytime drama, and now he is about to achieve another milestone in his career.  Of course, we are talking about The Young and the Restless’ Peter Bergman (Jack Abbott).

Bergman is set to celebrate his 30th anniversary with the top-rated soap when he was first introduced to viewers in the role back on November 27th, 1989.  In his honor, the series is delivering a special episode to air on Monday, November 25th.

In the episode, Jack takes a walk down memory lane as he reads his sister’s, Traci Abbott (Beth Maitland), family memoir, that details the triumphs and tragedies of the iconic Abbott family.  Also, viewers will be treated to classic clips and appearances from the Abbott family, including fan favorites Eileen Davidson (Ashley Abbott) and Maitland.

Bergman shares his sentiments in a statement:  “It’s been a real joy for me, to retrace Jack’s footsteps over the last 30 years. I am struck by the enduring friendships I have made at Y&R, and deeply grateful to our fans, who have stood by Jack, cheered him on, or waited patiently for him to get his act together…for three decades!  I’m happy, amazed and truly thankful…and it sure feels good. Thank you one and all.”

During his 40 years in daytime television, including 10 years as Dr. Cliff Warner on All My Children, Bergman has received 21 Emmy Award nominations for Lead Actor, and won three times.  In addition, Peter took home two Soap Opera Digest awards for Lead Actor, as well as three Soap Opera Update MVP Awards throughout his soap performances, making Peter the most decorated actor in Y&R history.

Bergman got emotional on today’s November 15th episode of The Talk sharing his love for his co-stars and the Abbott family.  Watch the clip below.

Now let us know, if you are excited to see the Jack Abbott episode coming up on Y&R via the comment section for Peter’s 30 years in Genoa City.

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WHOA! 30 Years, doing the same thing..
Gotta tip a hat to Perter..
30 years WOW! near a lifetime.

Congrats Peter you have always shown class the one still positive thing Y&R has going for it!

I agree with you Kay. The Abbott’s always, in my opinion, bought class to Geona City. I am looking forward to his stand alone show. It will be nice to see the Abbott’s in their prime. Especially good old John. Thanks for listening and happy viewing

Congratulations! A well-deserved milestone in a wonderful career!

I remember Peter as Cliff on AMC. Cliff and Nina:)

Me, too, DMRR! (Remember Cliff and Nina’s gorgeous wedding?? That, and Bergman’s classic Vicks Formula 44 commercial, “I’m not a doctor, but I play one on tv”…Lol….) Hence for me, Peter will always be Dr. Cliff Warner, just as the late, great Terry Lester will always be the REAL Jack Abbott!!

YES, I remember!!!

Yes Shay Terry’s Jack version was fantastic we lost him because of Bill Bell deciding his daughter had to be in every storyline !

I loved Terry Lester. He was one of the two reasons I started watching the show. The other was all the wonderful cat fights Tracy and Lauren had first over Danny and than Brad. Ah the good old days

Congratulations to an amazing actor! I am a huge Peter Bergman fan – he is my favourite actor and Jack my favourite character on Y&R. I also happen to think he’s the best actor on the show.

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THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS: Matt Clark Reveals Himself, ‘Clearly, Hero Time Is Over’

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The Young and the Restless viewers prepare yourselves for what’s to come starting tomorrow on the Tuesday, October 13 episode of the CBS soap opera, now that it’s quite clear, that the former nefarious rapist Matt Clark (Roger Howarth) is back in action and headed straight to Sharon’s (Sharon Case) house.

On the Monday, October 12 episode, viewers learned that as Matt has battled with his inner demons, it’s clear that revenge-filled Matt has taken over his brain and reemerged or so we think.

In the seedy motel room, after the car crash with Patty (Stacy Haiduk) who is MIA, Matt is banged up in the head. He calls Sharon, but says nothing to her. After he hangs up, he paces around the room wondering why he is still there and tries to figure out what he wants.

Roger Howarth as Matt Clark

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HERO WORSHIP

He then has a flash back to his encounter with Sharon outside of Crimson Lights, and he makes a declaration that Sharon truly believes in giving people second chances.

However, in a later scene, Matt is on rant that he is not putting a halo Sharon just yet, because he knows she would dance on his coffin with plate of oatmeal raisin cookies. He proclaims that he doesn’t give a damn what anyone thinks about him anymore, because playing the hero didn’t work for him, and now hero time is over as he looks at himself in the mirror.

As we previously reported in the official Y&R spoilers for this week, Matt winds up making his way inside Sharon’s house, where he falls asleep and then is confronted by Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon.  What will his disposition be?

THE END OF MATT CLARK OR ANOTHER NEW BEGINNING?

At this point, what do you hope happens with Matt Clark? Do you want this to be the end of the character’s reign of terror?

Do you think with this the final weeks of material from Josh Griffith and new material starting November 11 from new Y&R co-head writers, Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor, that the soap scribes would have found a way to keep Matt around that makes sense in story?

Let us know via the comment section, and check out the scenes below where Matt definitely has a change of heart … and mind!

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THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Preview: Matt Clark Makes Himself at Home at Sharon’s: Will the Bad Boy or the Redeemed Version Make His Presence Known?

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Matt Clark, Sharon and Nick, Y&R Preview

Coming up on all-new episodes of The Young and the Restless, Matt Clark (Roger Howarth) seems to have no problem wandering into Sharon’s (Sharon Case) house and passing out on her couch. When he is confronted by Sharon and Nick (Joshua Morrow), which personality will be on display? As viewers know, this past week as Matt and Patty Williams (Stacy Haiduk) were headed out of Genoa City, they were in a car crash, where Patty got away and he injured his head, yet again!

Later, Matt began battling his inner demons in a seemingly Jekyll-and-Hyde moment, before making his way back to town and plopping himself at Sharon’s! Now confronted with the man who previously had amnesia and was trying to start a new life, will he be the explosive, evil Matt, will he be Matt pretending to be a good guy to trap Nick and Sharon, or just the awful man he has always been? Stay tuned.

Meanwhile, in the Y&R exclusive video preview for episodes airing October 12-16, Lily (Christel Khalil) talks to Nate (Sean Dominic) that even though her recent cancer tests proved inconclusive, she is worried what’s next for her and how to figure out if her cancer is back.

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THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM

Then, the celebration is on ahead of Billy (Jason Thompson) and Sally’s (Courtney Hope) nuptials. The Abbotts gather together on the eve of the wedding with Jack (Peter Bergman), Diane (Susan Walters), Kyle (Michael Mealor) and Traci (Beth Maitland), and Ashley (Eileen Davidson) present, while Sally spends some alone time with her sister, Coco Spectra (Ashley Campbell).

Take a look below at the official Y&R spoilers for the action next week in Genoa City.

Monday, October 12
Jack shares words of wisdom with Billy, Nick and Sharon worry about Matt’s next move, Daniel shares unexpected news with Phyllis, and Victoria keeps Nikki in the dark about her true motives.

Tuesday, October 13
Victor holds Nick accountable for his actions, Nate counsels Lily, Billy and Cane find common ground, and Sharon receives an unexpected guest.

Wednesday, October 14
Victor keeps tabs on Nick, Adam grills Phyllis about her latest venture, and Sharon is forced to make a tough decision.

Thursday, October 15
Victor stays one step ahead of Victoria, and Sally begins her introduction into the Abbott family.

Friday, October 16
Sally and Billy’s family and friends gather for the epic wedding.

Check out the Y&R video teaser for next week on Y&R below and then weigh in.

Do you want Matt Clark to be back to his old ways and seek revenge on the Nick, Sharon and the Newmans? Are you hoping if so, that he is finally put in prison and taken off the canvas, or do you hope Matt wins the battle with the demons and becomes a fully-fledged misunderstood good guy? Meanwhile, do you think anything will go wrong at the upcoming nuptials of Billy and Sally’s and if so, what will it be? Drop your your thoughts in the comment section.

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Y&R’s Jason Thompson Previews Billy and Sally’s Wedding Drama: ‘Things Happen that Change the Trajectory of the Story’

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The Young and the Restless has been heavily pushing the upcoming nuptials of Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) to Sally Spectra (Courtney Hope), who is also pregnant with his child. The wedding will be the event that helps kick-off season 54 of the top-rated soap opera in the month of October.

With many naysayers and potential interlopers that could destroy their big day, Daytime Emmy winner, Jason Thompson spoke to TV Guide Magazine (in their latest issue) about what fans can expect as the two prepare to say their “I do’s.”

Thompson explained, “There are definitely twists and turns, no question. Things happen that change the trajectory of the story. The ripple effects are quite large – things that we could play for the next 10, 20 years, frankly.”

Billy and Sally

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JUST BECAUSE YOU TIE THE KNOT THE DRAMA DON’T STOP

However, that doesn’t mean that Y&R fans should think if the duo exchanges wedding vows, that they will be drama free as some soap opera couples have been in the past. Thompson confirms that will not be the case with Billy and Sally.

“They’ve got a newborn very, very quickly after saying ‘I do,’ so there’s no time to be boring. And there’s something pretty serious that goes down with Jill (Billy’s mother), and it throws everything into the blender in that moment,” reveals Thompson.

As previously reported, Thursday October 8 marks the beginning of the 54th season for The Young and the Restless, with newly implanted head writers, Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor’s material to begin to air on November 11.

Stay tuned for more official airdates for the wedding of Billy Abbott and Sally Spectra later this week.

So, what events do you think could transpire surrounding the wedding that could effect Y&R history for the next several decades as implied by Jason Thompson? Are you looking forward to seeing Billy and Sally’s big day? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.

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