Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles: The number one daytime drama “The Young and the Restless” is on milestone season 51, and in its latest episode, we see Nikki Newman leaving.
Is Newman Media’s CEO and the Newman family matriarch really leaving Genoa City? If so, where is she going?
Key Takeaways
- Nikki Newman chooses to admit herself in rehab and quit her drinking problems in the latest episode of “The Young and the Restless.”
- It has yet to be revealed when she will return, but until then, her daughter, Victoria, may take over her position.
Nikki Newman Off To Rehab
Melody Thomas Scott has played the character of Nikki Newman for around 45 years and is now considered an icon in the soap opera world.
Her journey in the show has witnessed its ups and downs, but she has cemented herself as a significant member of society.
Starting as a stripper and prostitute and now managing a large enterprise with a family of her own is an enormous feat, a character development that fans fell in love with.
During the May 3 episode (ep 147), it was revealed that Nikki had finally decided that she would register for rehab, a long-awaited decision.
Her decision to go to rehab was influenced by Jack’s silly but well-thought-out plan of falling into his own sobriety.
Hence, she wanted to check herself into a facility to get round-the-clock care so she could again get sober.
Nikki packs her bag and bids goodbye to her kids (Victoria and Nick) at the end of the episode.
They were sad to hear that their mom’s drinking habit had become extreme and were proud of her owning mistakes and trying to rectify them.
Victoria Could Be The New CEO
Now that the CEO of Newman Media is off to rehab, she leaves a vacant spot, ready for someone to take over.
And who would be better than Victoria to steer the ship unless she doesn’t want to go back to work?
Well, it’s not like the family’s daughter is running from her responsibility; she took some time off to help Claire adjust to life in Genoa City.
However, Victoria is familiar with the corporate world and is a trusted member of top executive teams.
So, Victor may want her to take over as a CEO or just an interim CEO. Moreover, Claire could be on board as the new COO.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- “The Young and the Restless” has won 11 Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Series and is also currently the highest-rated daytime drama on American television.
- CBS renewed the show on February 27, 2024, to run through the 2027–28 television season.
- Nikki and Victor have been married four times in the series.
