CBS Legend Remembered as The Young and the Restless Teases Another Major Departure
CBS Legend Remembered as The Young and the Restless Teases Another Major Departure
The world of The Young and the Restless has always been one of dramatic twists, and this week brought a mix of remembrance and intrigue as fans grappled with news of a beloved character’s death—and hints of even more upheaval ahead.
In a recent episode, Cain Ashby dropped a bombshell revelation to Victor Newman: his father, the notorious Colin Atkinson, passed away six months ago. The disclosure marked the end of an era for viewers who have followed Colin’s turbulent legacy in Genoa City.
Portrayed by General Hospital legend Tristan Rogers, Colin first arrived on The Young and the Restless in late 2010 and quickly became one of the soap’s most colorful antagonists. Over the years, he captured—and often broke—hearts, marrying Jill Abbott, reconnecting with his former wife Genevieve (played by General Hospital’s Janie Francis), and orchestrating one criminal scheme after another. His rap sheet included insurance fraud, blackmail, kidnapping Cain and Lily’s twins, and even sexually harassing Esther Valentine. Yet despite his transgressions, Colin remained a compelling fixture, thanks to Rogers’ magnetic performance.
According to Cain, Colin’s final months were marked by reflection and an unexpected reconciliation between father and son. Illness had softened some of Colin’s edges, allowing them to make peace before he passed.
While fans are still processing this loss, the show is also stirring speculation about another looming tragedy. Teasers hint that The Young and the Restless is preparing to write in another significant death—though producers remain tight-lipped about which character may meet their end next.
Meanwhile, casting shake-ups are adding to the uncertainty. Billy Flynn has joined the show as Aristotle Dumis, a character later revealed to be none other than Cain in disguise—a twist that reconnected Y&R with actor Daniel Goddard’s legacy. And Connor Floyd, who has portrayed Chance Chancellor, is reportedly headed to Days of Our Lives to play Chad.
Longtime cast member Jess Walton, known for her role as Jill Abbott, also recently opened up about how these rapid changes and character exits are reshaping the emotional landscape for the cast and viewers alike.
As Genoa City braces for more surprises, one thing is clear: the show is not afraid to upend the status quo. Whether it’s a legendary villain finding redemption or another beloved character facing their final curtain call, The Young and the Restless continues to prove why it remains daytime’s most gripping drama.
Stay tuned—because in this world, no one’s future is ever secure.
