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THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS: Sharon Visits Cassie’s Grave and Reflects on Her Life; What Did You Think of Sharon Case’s Standalone Anniversary Episode?

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Sharon Case (Sharon Case) has a one-two punch of scenes for Emmy contention for the Outstanding Lead Actress category after Thursday’s riveting episode, and Friday on her 30th anniversary airshow with the top-rated soap opera.

Standalone episodes are often hard to pull off because in soapland they are often held to high standards. When they are good, and showcase the performer and take us down memory lane with a choice selection of flashbacks; fans love it and the episode is golden. Other times, standalone episodes have disappointed as they are a time-out for the current story and predicament the character finds themselves in now, or the flashbacks and the tone of the writing just doesn’t fit together as nicely as viewers would have hoped.

However, on the Friday, September 27th episode, Sharon visits the grave of her daughter, Cassie (Camryn Grimes), who’s death has been a driver for story on Y&R for years. None more so in current times for Sharon, who is struggling with her sanity, her bipolar disorder, and a thirst for revenge on Daniel Romalotti (Michae Graziadei) who she feels was responsible or a key part in the accident that took Cassie’s life.

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As viewers saw on the precursor to the standalone episode, if what we saw on-screen remains true, and does not turn out to be something Sharon dreamt up in her mind, she had a confrontation with Heather (Vail Bloom), and Heather ended up hitting her head and dying on the floor of Daniel’s apartment. At that time, with her alter-ego (the dead) Cameron Kirsten advising her to clean up the mess, she winds up taking Heather’s body and disposing it over a bridge!

In the pick up in Case’s anniversary episode, a worn down and tortured Sharon visits her daughter’s gravesite and she reflects back on her life with a selection of scenes in the flashbacks that to tell the ups and downs of her often tragic past. A tortured Sharon, who can’t believe what she just did Heather, asks Cassie, that since has always been her guiding light to, “Help me understand how I did what I did. Help me to know what to do.”

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Sharon says to Cassie, “Is this the culmination of my life? “Have I always been like this?” Cue the flashbacks, first to her mother Doris (Karen Hensel), in her wheelchair. It’s there that Sharon first learned that her mother wound up unable to walk because she went chasing after Sharon on a rainy night in her car to try to stop her from seeing her then-boyfriend, Frank. Sharon has carried that guilt for years.

Next, Sharon recalls her love story with Nick (Joshua Morrow) and falling in love with him, and her rivalry with Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott), who never accepted her. Sharon tells Cassie that she and Nick always managed to find their way back to each other, even when he left her for Phyllis (Michelle Stafford). She and Nick have an unshakeable bond that has always been there.

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In very heart-tugging scenes/flashbacks, Sharon learns she had a child Cassie who was given up for adoption, and later, we see Nick and Sharon tell little Cassie they are going to adopt her. Cassie is thrilled and we all recall what a great actress, a young Camryn Grimes was, and why when the show killed Cassie off it broke our hearts into pieces, as it did to Sharon and Nick forever. Sharon pulls out a photo at Cassie’s gravesite of the three of them together in happier times that she carries with her, always.

Next, Sharon remembers shoplifting, and burning down the Newman ranch and learning of her mental illness. “I was in the deep throes of bipolar disorder, and I didn’t even know it,” she admits to Cassie. Later, Mariah (Camryn Grimes) arrives on the scene. Sharon flashes to the difficult times they had getting to know each other and to accept each other as mother and daughter, after Nick gave her the news that she had not one, but two, daughters when she gave birth all those years ago.

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Sharon tells Cassie that although Mariah resisted her at every turn, she knew that Cassie would want her to persevere. “Things got easier after that, and I grew to accept Mariah for the special, unique person that she is. Mariah is your twin, which means that a part of her is inside of her for me to love and hold onto. For that, I will always be grateful.” Then, she realizes that being mom to Faith (Reylynn Caster), Mariah, and Noah has helped her move forward in her life.

While Sharon thought back to her accomplishments of buying Crimson Lights, getting a job from the late Neil Winters (Kristoff St. John) at Jabot and graduating college, she then relieved some of her more harrowing moments from: Matt Clark’s rape, to one of the scenes that had us reaching for the hankies, when Sharon finds out from Nick that Rey died in a car accident.

As Sharon comes out of her flashbacks, she says to Cassie, “I’m a survivor, and no one could ever say that I never loved my children with my whole heart.” But then she added, “When I heard that Daniel had moved back to Genoa City, I thought so many years had passed that I could handle it.” She admits she wasn’t prepared for the rage she felt and how she wanted to hurt him, saying, “And I almost did.”

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That’s the key point where the current story was tied into the anniversary episode when Sharon thinks back to Heather’s ‘death”, saying, “I must have blacked out,” as she can’t remember what happened. She says to Cassie, “Should I just turn myself in? Confess to my crime and end this madness?”

At the end of the episode, Sharon shows up at home to a worried, Nick, Mariah and Faith. Nick asks Sharon, “Are you alright? Where have you been?” Sharon tells them she’s OK, and that everything is going to be OK. Leaving us wondering what will her next move be?

What did you think of Sharon Case’s 30th anniversary episode with The Young and the Restless?Which moments and scenes from the past had you reaching for the hankies? Share your thoughts in the comment section. But first, check out the “Next Week on Y&R” preview followed by her recent interview with Sharon on the Michael Fairman Channel where she talks about her anniversary episode, and frontburner storyline.

 

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I have never been more sick of a character than Cassie. Enough, enough! Tons of kids have died on soaps & nobody has been mourned more than Cassie. And I hope to never see the dead Cameron in his bloody shirt again. I have been fast forwarding through most of the last 3 days. Move on.

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Well, I do agree that the obsession with Cassie is coming at the expense of Mariah, who despite being alive, has become the invisible child. But when a parent loses a child, that loss becomes part of who they are- they never get over it. That said, Sharon Case is hitting it out of the ballpark as far as her emotionally compelling performance is concerned. I actually put Y&R back on my DVR just to see her give a master class on acting and she delivered.

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Take your own advice and move on from your dislike of Sharon.

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The one glaring part in all this was no flashbacks of Noah and her I still can’t figure out why the can’t cast a Noah? He is needed acted like he did not even exist Noah was a baby when they found out Cassie was Sharon’s /Grace her best friend who was after Nick all the time anyway she went in search for Cassie because they thought Noah was going to die. She pretended Cassie was hers remember all that great storyline . Where is Sharon’s Mom personally nothing g against Case because I like her but I have no idea why JG is writing her in this mess

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JG writer needs to go like yesterday, he’s awful. He got rid of Gina T and I will never know why this man thinks he is GOD. WAKE UP CBS! He had an awesome daytime wining actress on set. How dumb is he well Adele you got it all right in your comments. Sharon Case though did an outstanding job with scripts handled to her, 30 years way to go!

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Denis I would not be a recast for anything because you always get screwed over I felt Gina was too young by pairing her with PB but yes I prefer her acting Stafford is too over the top but hell they gave her a Emmy for last year I thought she was horrible I felt sorry for Walters/Dianne anyway Gina has the best chemistry with JT’s version of Bill. I have a sister with bi-polar JG is sooo totally of the mark with this disease if anything Sharon would be trying to harm herself. My sister was in for two months last year she was seeing visions etc we truly thought we had lost her but we had great doctors that helped her she is back home her son is living with her we have help come by twice a week to make sure she is on her meds. So I’m insulted families do know the signs they would have seeked out her doctor someone would be a POA allowed to talk with Dr etc it’s insulting I know it’s a soap but this is the third mental illness enough is enough.

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Don’t you think your last sentence was a little dense, especially when this SL is about Sharon?

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Was so boring and uninteresting, had to keep FF. Nice seeing the Young Cam’ron Grimes and Doris.Hope this is the end. Send her to the mental hosp., where she can get help, instead of destroying lives

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i personally enjoyed it and have enjoyed all the episodes lately..finally a bit of intrigue, not the same old mind numbing crap..Kudos to Sharron Case..her acting skills are truly showing here..fantastic job girl..i know lots of complainers but I am not one of them 🙂

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Absolutely love this storyline and can’t wait for the next twist. Sharon blacked out, thus she didn’t kill Heather. Somebody else did. People who find this storyline boring would rather watch Devon and Nate sit around a table at Crimson Lights talking about their jobs.

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Episode was nice but where was Noah

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Jason Reconnects with Danny; Tristan Roberts Arrives in Port Charles, Lots of Nods to #16

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General Hospital’s 16,000th episode was packed with little reminders through points in today’s script that the ABC daytime drama series has set another milestone and it paved the way for the return of fan favorite and newly nominated Daytime Emmy Lead Actor nominee Steve Burton (Jason Morgan). The 16,000th episode also introduced viewers to the new surgeon in Port Charles Dr. Tristan Roberts played by Dean Geyer. 

Here are the key takeaways and what went down on the July 13 episode: Tristan and Jason are seated next to each other on a plane heading to Port Charles. Throughout the flight, a beaten up Jason has flashbacks to being thrown into, and being held captive in a cell and tortured. It appears Jason is suffering from some form of PTSD from what he was put through after being dragged out of Port Charles by the WSB months ago.

As the plane prepares to land, Tristan tells Jason there would be a car waiting for him once they land and to enjoy the rest of his life. Later, Tristan arrives at the nurses and doctors hub at GH and approaches Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst). He tells her his name and that he is the new surgeon on staff.

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A REUNION PLUS A HEAD NURSE DEFENDS SONNY

Meanwhile, at the end of the episode, Jason is outside the Quartermaine boathouse looking bewildered when he runs into Danny (Asher Antonyzyn), who is so thrilled to see his father, and the two hugs each other as tears are shed.

Elsewhere, Elizabeth tells Sonny (Maurice Benard) that he thinks its a great idea for him to get the 16th seat on the hospital board, but when it comes times to convince Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) of that, things go awry when Tracy, Laura and Sonny try to work things out. After Tracy launches into Sonny about killing Alan and Monica’s son AJ, Sonny walks away dejected.

Next, Sonny runs into Elizabeth, where he informs her what happened with Tracy. So what’s a head nurse to do? Elizabeth marches into the conference room and reminds Tracy of all the different donations and ways Sonny has contributed to the hospital from the Stone Cates AIDS wing, to the Michael Corinthos Center for Pediatric Head Injuries as well as his constant support each year for the GH Nurses’ Ball.

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WSB WAR SCARS

Then, in one of the best parts for longtime fans of the series, Elizabeth talks about her legendary grandparents, Audrey and Steve Hardy and she tells Tracy they would have wanted Sonny to have a seat on the board for all the good that he has done for the hospital. After Elizabeth states Sonny’s case, things took a turn and Tracy and Sonny wound up shaking hands as Sonny is board member #16.

In the how great was it to see Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) together scenes department, the pick-up of last Friday’s cliffhanger is played out as the two former lovers fill each other in on what has gone down in their lives in the last several months including Valentin admitting he had been living in Carly’s attic, and Anna realizing she was kidnapped by Cullum, Sidwell and Cassius Faison. During their conversation, Anna sees the hallucination of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) right while Valentin is standing there.

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Later Anna was on her way to saying goodbye to Valentin, when the two share an emotional hug. After Valentin made his exit, Peter reappeared and warned Anna to not let Valentin distract her because she has important work to do. Anna answers, “I know.”

So, what did you think of General Hospital’s 16,000 episode? What do you think is wrong with Jason? What is the important “work” that Anna has to do? Were you glad to see Sonny get a seat on the hospital board, or not so much. Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out the scenes on Jason and Tristan’s long flight to Port Charles.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL Preview: Jason Returns, Anna and Valentin Reunite

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This week on General Hospital begins with the ABC soap opera’s 16,000th episode which brings Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) back to Port Charles after being released by the WSB; all thanks to the deal made between Josslyn Jacks (Eden McCoy) and Z (John Oliver).

On the same episode, the upshot of Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick Stuart) coming face to face, and seeing each other for the first time in months plays itself out, and it may not be how you think. Josslyn hopes sending Valentin to the side of Anna, will break up his burgeoning relationship with her mother, Carly Spencer (Laura Wright), but will it?

It appears Valentin has a warning for Anna. In the GH video preview for the episode, Anna is seen saying “How do you know that?” What does Valentin know, and will he be the person that will catch on that she is being haunted by the ghost of Peter August (Wes Ramsey)?

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In addition, look for the debut of Dean Geyer in his role of Dr. Tristan Roberts (named after the beloved late Tristan Rogers (Robert Scorpio), as he and Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) may have a tense exchange or two.

Then, in the aftermath of their argument, Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) asks Chase (Josh Swickard) “Did I push you towards Willow (Katelyn MacMullen)?” Is Chase going to admit his fixation with his ex-wife, or reassure his current wife that he is not interested in Willow? Stay tuned.

Finally, Elizabeth (Rebecca Herbst) is seen talking to someone saying that the idea of this person filling the 16th seat on the hospital board is a great idea. Who is she talking to?

Check out the official GH spoilers for the week of July 13-17 below.

MONDAY, JULY 13
Milestone 16000th episode! Jason returns to Port Charles. Anna receives a warning. Laura’s choice appalls Tracy. Britt makes an accusation. Carly is caught off-guard.

TUESDAY, JULY 14
Jason explains his actions. Kai becomes privy to shocking information. Jordan strikes out. Elizabeth stands her ground. Valentin is suspicious.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
Anna seeks answers. Josslyn reveals a secret. Nina and Brennan plot their next move. Curtis voices his gratitude. Gio and Trina get big news.

THURSDAY, JULY 16
Emma and Gio discuss their future. Obrecht lashes out. Anna interrogates Britt. Isaiah interrupts Portia and Curtis. Cody delivers difficult news.

FRIDAY, JULY 17
Carly draws a boundary with Sonny. Valentin makes his feelings clear. Trina and Josslyn clear the air. Lulu cautions Ethan. Nina opens up to Brennan.

So, excited for Steve Burton’s return on tomorrow’s GH as Jason comes home? Are you rooting for Anna and Valentin to get back together, or are you hoping that Carly and Valentin continue their relationship, much to the chagrin of Josslyn? And, what should Brook Lynn do about her husband, Chase, who continually fights for Willow? Share your thoughts and theories via the comment section, but first check out the preview teaser from GH for the Monday, July 13 episode below.

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GENERAL HOSPITAL: Sidwell Offers Jordan a Way to Get Surgery On Her Face; Will She Cave and Comply with His Demands?

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July 10, 2026

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On General Hospital, Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Jordan (Tanisha Harper) finally had it out at the PCPD. The scenes played out on the Thursday, July 9 episode of the ABC daytime drama series.

In story, Sidwell requested a meeting with Jordan. Angered, he wanted to know why she’d given the police the location of his safe house. After months of being undercover, Jordan finally admitted the truth!

Jordan reveals the entire time she was gaining his trust, she was working on the inside at SRE Worldwide, to find evidence against him and bring him down. Snidely, Jenz admitted he’d been suspicious initially of Jordan. However, she eventually won him over, and he saw the value in her being the pretty, public face of his criminal organization to throw everyone off.

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Trying to make a deal to save his own skin, Sidwell offers to pay for restorative plastic surgery for Jordan’s face, and at the same renowned German clinic that had treated Michael (Rory Gibson) for his severe burns.

Sidwell tells Jordan if she would go to Zurich and empty some bank accounts for him, he will help her jump ahead of the long waiting list to get into the clinic. Defiant and standing up to him, Jordan turns down his offer.

Next, Sidwell threatens her intently, that he’ll find a way to pay Jordan back by making her life miserable. He tells her she will suffer and regret turning him down.

Once she exits the PCPD interrogation room, Jordan takes a deep breath, but brings her hands to the scars on her face from the car crash that injured her.

Is Jordan actually contemplating Sidwell deal to get her into the German clinic? If so, will she be the person to set him free into the world with loads of cash from his overseas bank accounts? Weigh-in via the comment section below.

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