Y&R: Josh Griffith vacates EP role, Sally McDonald promoted; major Y&R/BTG crossover; Shemar Moore returns as Malcolm; Jere Burns cast as new doctor; Jill recast debut (Lauren Koslow)
Key Questions
What changes are happening in the executive producer role on Y&R?
Josh Griffith is stepping down as executive producer but will remain headwriter. Sally McDonald has been promoted to sole executive producer.
When does the Y&R/BTG crossover begin and what is its scope?
The crossover starts on June 9 and will span multiple episodes with lasting story fallout. It has been confirmed as a major event between the two shows.
Who is returning as Malcolm Winters and with whom?
Shemar Moore is returning to the role of Malcolm Winters. He will appear alongside Vivica A. Fox as the character Stephanie.
What is the latest on the Jill Abbott recast?
Lauren Koslow has been cast as Jill Abbott and will debut for a five-episode run. This marks her return to the role after 42 years.
What major plot twist involves Jack and Adam?
Jack confesses that he is Adam's real father, causing Victor to collapse in shock. This revelation is part of ongoing story developments highlighted in recent spoilers.
Griffith steps down EP but stays headwriter; McDonald sole EP. Y&R/BTG crossover confirmed starting June 9, multi-episode with lasting fallout. Shemar Moore returns as Malcolm Winters with Vivica A. Fox as Stephanie. Jere Burns cast as Dr. Laurence Markham. Jill recast debut with Lauren Koslow for 5 episodes. Nikki's health crisis is a major focus. Latest: spoilers for June 15-26 include Victor detonates, Kyle desperate, Diane held captive, Patty Williams busted. Crossover disaster episode praised as Emmy-worthy. New: Jack confesses he's Adam's real father, Victor collapses in shock. Also: Jack lets Patty move in while Diane is captive. Today's reading included fan frustration article and recap videos adding context, plus confirmation of Lauren Koslow as Jill Abbott.