Previews
Y&R EP and Head Writer Josh Griffith Previews 2026 in Genoa City: “We Have Some Fun Surprises Up Our Sleeve”
As 2025 winds down, the top-rated daytime drama series, The Young and the Restless executive producer and head writer, Josh Griffith is teasing that he will be putting pedal to the metal, as he previewed what fans should look for as 2026 begins and several stories are reaching a conclusion, or just beginning.
Speaking with TV Insider in what’s ahead in the new year, Griffith, expressed, “It’s going to be a very exciting, suspenseful, and romantic winter and spring. It’s going to be jam-packed with intrigue, mystery, suspense, and love. We have some fun surprises up our sleeve for 2026.”
But, what could those “surprises” be? More returns? Back-from-the-deads? An unexpected romance? Old rivalries? a murder Mystery? Here’s some of what the head scribe shared about several of his key plots.

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MATT CLARK
“I think we’ve got a really exciting story coming up that’s the continuation of Matt Clark’s (Roger Howarth) reign of terror. Matt is going to make a lot of new enemies and cause even more problems for Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon (Sharon Case) for Noah (Lucas Adams) and Sienna (Tamara Braun), and for the whole Newman family. And just when we think he’s out of the picture, we find out he’s not, and we’re heading towards a huge showdown that will incorporate a lot of aspects of the past in a very dramatic way.”
VICTOR AND JACK’S FEUD SERVED WITH A NEW TWIST
“I love that we’re back to reigniting Victor (Eric Braeden) and Jack’s (Peter Bergman) feud. There’s going to be massive, massive fallout for Jack and Diane (Susan Walters) off of some of Victor and Nikki’s actions to slap Jack down. Cane’s (Billy Flynn) return is going to force Victor and Jack from hating each other to have to work together for the greater good, which will be interesting to see if they can pull that off without killing each other. And as this whole AI story continues to unfold and wreak its havoc on the dynasties of Genoa City, we may be seeing Billy (Jason Thompson) and Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) finally coming out on top, winning, getting something big, but at what price?”

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MYSTERIOUS WAYS
According to Griffith, Devon (Bryton James) and Abby (Melissa Ordway) will be at the epicenter of a big mystery that somehow draws in Mariah (Camryn Grimes) Tessa (Cait Fairbanks) and Daniel (Michael Graziadei) (and there is a whole other story going on that needs resolution for the couple known as Teriah and the growing attraction Tessa finds herself in with Daniel). Also look for Christine (Lauralee Bell) to be the lawyer to, “help someone who’s in big trouble out of that story.”
LOVERS AND OTHERS
In the romance department, Griffith teased that Victoria (Amelia Heinle) and Nate (Sean Dominic) will get their groove back on. “We’ll see some romance back between Victoria and Nate. They’re going to see if they want to try again after Victor kind of blew that whole thing up.”
Meanwhile, in the Holden/Audra/Claire/Kyle quad, the head writer said enthusiastically, “I’m really excited about where we can go with Holden (Nathan Owens). Audra (Zuleyka Silver) and Holden are going to do everything they can to keep their past a secret, and Claire (Hayley Erin) is going to do everything she can to bring it out into the light. And when it finally comes out, there’s going to be a lot of fallout.”

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JESS IS THE BEST
2026 will mark the 40th anniversary of Daytime Emmy winner, Jess Walton in the role of Jill Foster Abbott and Josh Griffith says its one milestone, “that we will definitely recognize.”
So, which storylines teased by Y&R’s EP and head writer, Josh Griffith, have you most intrigued for 2026? Which storylines would you like to see end in the new year? Share you thoughts via the comment section below.
Josh Griffith talks a good game in these interviews, unfortuanetly it doesn’t always translate to the screen. What Y&R really needs is new writers.
As a longtime viewer, I love a storyline that reaches into history. It seems there have been too many such of late, and some are more obscure or rewrite current plot beyond belief (re: Claire). And I am weary of women being abducted and trapped. It is a way of life for Sharon. Please end this AI silliness and nebulous corporate shenanigans. I would like some genuine new (not recycled) romance, solid couplings, real suspense, and forward movement of story and character (re: give Phyllis a foundation). There should be a way to bring in the past or new characters onto the canvas. I recall fondly teen and young people storylines and hope Katie, Johnny, and Connor may age into something exciting.
I AGREE WITH YOU 100%. We need new writers. Josh brains is scrambled eggs. I can guess what will happen before it happens.
no to victoria and nate ! abby and devon are a bore and the mariah storyline is just doa Definitely interested in the abbot/Newman storyline as well as nick and sharon I’m also interested in the Audra clair holden storyline!
Victor thinks he is God and he is always willing
I hope something will happen to him to make him think otherwise
Hate the Daniel and Tessa storyline. As a gay man I find it offensive if it turns sexual. Do a decent story that includes a monogamous gay men or women. Not two confused and desperate people. After fifty years I am considering stopping the show. This is offensive
I totally agree. what drew me to the show was the fact that we got to see two woman fall in love and their storyline was done with with care and class. And the chemistry between them was off the charts.
This storyline with Daniel is forced, confusing and disrespectful to what took them 50yrs to finally do. They could have done better.
General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Serena Sets Her Sights on Michael; Jason’s Emotional Exit from the Mob

This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, new and old motivations come into play with dangerous consequences. According to the just released GH video spoilers video for the week of August 3-7, a bailiff calls out, “All rise!”
Now it’s Isaiah (Sawandi Wilson) vs. Curtis (Donnell Turner), as the surgeon is suing the owner of the Savoy for assault that ruined is ability to operate. At the end of the day, which of these men has enough evidence against the other? Portia (Brook Kerr) is by Isaiah’s side, while Jordan (Tanisha Harper) is with Curtis.
Next, Lucy (Lynn Herring) has a plan to get the controlling shares of Deception away from Michael (Rory Gibson). She wants her daughter, Serena (Kelly Kruger) to seduce Michael. She tells her, “Pick out your most seductive suit.” Soon, we see Serena in her bathing suit at the Metro Court face to face with Michael.
Later, there is a small baggie containing three blue pills. Nina (Cynthia Watros) ask Willow (Katelyn MacMullen), “What did you do?” We also see Michael asking the same thing of Jacinda (Paige Herschell). Leading into this week, viewers know that Willow doesn’t want the former escort anywhere near her children, Amelia and Wiley. Is this how she stops her, or is Jacinda up to old tricks and wants to frame Willow? Remember when Jacindsa drugged Drew (Cameron Mathison)? Stay tuned.
Finally, in the pick-up from last Friday’s cliffhanger, an emotional Jason (Steve Burton) continues to tell Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he cannot work for him anymore. Sonny ask, “So that’s it? You’re Out?” We fade to black.
Take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, AUGUST 3
Jason makes a sacrifice for Danny. Elizabeth becomes privy to a secret. Carly is touched. Valentin has a warning for Nina. Josslyn cautions Brennan.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
Brook Lynn and Chase celebrate a milestone. Trina gets an earful. Carly’s plan backfires. Curtis is skeptical. Michael is anxious about his family’s’ future.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
Sonny wants answers. Ava is struck with inspiration. Curtis’ trial begins. Brook Lynn wrestles with a big decision. Lucy and Serena scheme.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
Sonny makes a stunning announcement. Serena makes her move. Willow faces a new threat. Isaiah takes the stand. Lucy questions Laura.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
Josslyn is taken aback. Ava courts a new ally. Jordan and Anna catch up. Isaiah vents to Lucas and Elizabeth. Michael questions Jacinda.
Check out the latest ABC promo for General Hospital entitled, “What Did You Do?” below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think GH is about to pair Serena with Michael? Is it curtains for Jacinda? Can anyone stop Willow once and for all, or make her pay for her crimes? What will Jason do without Sonny and the mob? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
Previews
THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Preview: Katie is Suspicious of Dylan and Warns Will, Steffy Takes Off to Monaco

This week on The Bold and the Beautiful, official spoilers for August 3-7, 2026, reveal that Electra (Laneya Grace) and Will (Crew Morrow) just can’t get past the machinations of everyone meddling with their lives and reach an impasse. Meanwhile Will’s mother, Katie Logan (Heather Tom) is very concerned about Dylan (Sydney Bullock) getting her claws into her son.
In addition, with Sheila (Kimberlin Brown) trying to gain access to her grandson Hayes and her son, Finn (Tanner Novlan), Steffy has already told her husband that his mother groveled to her knees in front of her pleading with her for another chance. Steffy had told Finn she hopes he will not allow Sheila anywhere near them, By week’s end, Steffy heads to Monaco and it appears with Finn not far behind.
In the Next on B&B video teaser, Steffy tells Finn to meet her at the church (which would mean the church they reunited after Finn was believed-to-be-dead a few years back). But there’s a catch, Sheila gets wind of Finn’s flight info!

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WHO WILL BE APPEARING IN THE MONACO STORY ARC?
As previously reported, series executive producer and head writer, Brad Bell, shared while the B&B stars attended the 65th annual Monte Carlo TV Festival back in June that the CBS soap opera also shooting some remote scenes which will feature: Jacqueline MacInnes Wood, Kimberlin Brown, Thorsten Kaye (Ridge Forrester), Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke Logan Forrester) and Tanner Novlan.
In story, Bell teased, “It’s a secret story, but I can tell you that it involves Steffy, Sheila, all these actors here, Ridge, Brooke. and Finn, and there’s something that changes their lives forever that happens. I can’t reveal, it, but it’s going to be good.” Bell added, that the show was shooting scenes in the morning at the beach and at a church in the afternoon. He also teased in the story, “It’s happy, and then something amazing happens.”
Take a look at what’s about to go down in Los Angeles and soon in Monaco!
Monday, August 3
Finn turns to Li for guidance.
Electra and Will reach a heartbreaking impasse.
Tuesday, August 4
Carter tries to process Daphne’s diagnosis.
Electra tries to move on from Will.
Dylan sets her sights on the Spencer family.
Wednesday, August 5
Katie and Dylan have an intense first encounter.
Wyatt learns about Will’s mysterious overnight guest.
Steffy offers Carter a much-needed shoulder to lean on.
Thursday, August 6
Bill encourages Will to look elsewhere for love.
Katie is suspicious about Dylan’s past.
Friday, August 7
Steffy is hopeful after arriving in Monaco.
Finn experiences unexpected turbulence.
Deacon prepares to take his relationship to the next level.
Now below, check out The Bold and the Beautiful video teaser for the action this week.
Share your thoughts: Are you over Electra not forgiving Will? Do you hope Katie lays the smackdown on Dylan to stay away from her son? What is Sheila going to do if she gets to Monaco and Steffy and Finn are back at the church where they reunited? Weigh-in via the comment section.
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General Hospital
GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: A Shocking Turn Events with Drew Could Spell Curtains for Nina and Willow!

This week on all-new episodes of General Hospital, everything points to Drew Cain (Cameron Mathison) emerging from the water able to talk (which we already know he can after Friday’s cliffhanger) and walk, but will it come to fruition?
According to the just released ABC promo for the week of July 27-July 31, several women in Port Charles are in for a shock, but is it Drew coming for payback to Nina (Cynthia Watros) and Willow (Katelyn MacMullen)?
First, in the video preview, after pushing a wheelchair-bound Drew into the lake at the Quartermaine boathouse, Nina looks mortified for what she’s done. She apparently goes to her new beau Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna) for help. We hear Jack say to Nina, “You pushed Drew’s wheelchair into the lake?” A freaked out Nina begs Jack to. “help me cover this up!”

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PANIC CITY
Next, Gio (Giovanni Mazza) is on the scene at the boathouse and says, “I found him!” However, a panicked Nina, who is with Jack asks, “Where is Drew now?”
Suddenly, we see a moment of a stunned Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) at the hospital, Trina (Tabyana Ali) on edge at the Metro Court pool, and Scout (Kayden Brenna Tokarski) coming to her grandmother Alexis Davis’ (Nancy Lee Grahn) house and standing tn the doorway stunned, calling out, “Dad!”
Last and certainly not least, Willow is down on the floor of the Cain living room in the dark and is startled, As she turns what seems most likely towards the door, what does she see? Is Drew back in action? Stay tuned.
Take a look at the official GH spoilers for the week below.
MONDAY, JULY 2
Britt and Jason reunite. Willow is horrified. Ava comes clean with Ethan. Nina turns to Jack for help. Valentin makes a trade.
TUESDAY, JULY 28
Carly and Sonny debrief Jason. Willow’s future is on the line. Emma interrogates Josslyn. Rocco is wary. Michael confuses Jacinda.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 29
Gio’s news rattles the Quartermaines. Ava is suspicious. Trina and Kai jump to conclusions. Alexis is thrown. Michael asserts his power.
THURSDAY, JULY 30
Serena Baldwin returns! Jason and Anna reconnect. Tracy is blindsided. Ethan gets a shock. Tristan draws a hard line.
FRIDAY, JULY 31
Anna is gobsmacked. Sonny summons Jason. Ethan delivers big news to Lulu. Brook Lynn defends Danny. Dante coaches Liz.
Check out the “He’s Back” promo for this week’s episodes of General Hospital below.
Now weigh-in: Do you think Drew survives being pushed in the water while strapped to a wheelchair? Does he come back to terrorize Nina and Willow? Can the women and Jack stop Drew, if they don’t have the evidence they need to hold over his head to stop any recrimination for their misdeeds against him? Let us know your thoughts via the comment section.
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