Melody Thomas Scott Announces Spiritual Retreat Appearance Amid Emotional Reflections on Her Career and Life
Lily Dale, NY – Best known as Nikki Newman on The Young and the Restless, actress Melody Thomas Scott is taking a meaningful step away from the drama of Genoa City this August to embrace a new kind of spotlight—one of healing, reflection, and spiritual connection.
In a heartfelt announcement shared via social media, Scott revealed she will be a featured guest at a weekend of events hosted by the historic Lily Dale Assembly, a spiritualist community in Western New York renowned for its connection to mediumship and metaphysical healing. “Hope to see you there,” she posted warmly.
The weekend kicks off Friday, August 9, with an astrology-themed evening alongside astrologer Cassandra Butler. The duo will explore the twelve zodiac signs through the lens of Scott’s life, sharing stories of twelve Hollywood friends and acquaintances who each represent one sign—a creative melding of stardom and stargazing.
Saturday, August 10, brings fans two exclusive events: a VIP gathering with the actress, followed by an intimate evening titled Always Young and Restless—a nod to both her long-standing role and her acclaimed memoir. During the event, Scott will reflect on her 40+ year journey on daytime television, her personal evolution, and her powerful spiritual encounters with psychics and mediums over the years.
Sunday, August 11, concludes with high tea and a session on physical mediumship, hosted by mediums Chris Castit and Michael Clevenger, with Melody in attendance. Tickets and full event details are available now via Lily Dale Assembly’s official website.
But this retreat is more than just another celebrity appearance—it’s a convergence of soul and story. As Scott drove through the winding, pine-scented roads leading into the mystical town of Lily Dale, she described the experience as surreal. The village, steeped in spiritual tradition, felt like the perfect place for a homecoming of the heart.
The assembly hall was warm and inviting, softly lit and alive with anticipation. Fans had traveled from across the region—Buffalo, Rochester, even Chicago and Toronto—clutching well-worn soap magazines and treasured copies of Always Young and Restless. When Scott entered, dressed in a pale blue blouse and white slacks, her iconic blonde hair glowing under the lights, the room erupted in applause.
What followed was less a performance and more a sacred conversation. With authenticity and humor, Scott recounted her early days on The Young and the Restless, her nerves acting alongside industry legends, and Nikki Newman’s evolution from a naive stripper to a fierce, multifaceted matriarch. “There’s a kind of magic in staying,” she told the crowd. “In showing up day after day and continuing to find new ways to breathe life into your character—and into yourself.”
She reflected on how, over the years, the lines between her and Nikki have blurred. “Sometimes I wonder where Nikki ends and I begin,” she admitted. “But in walking her path, I’ve learned how to better walk my own.”
The event grew even more personal as audience members shared their own stories—tales of addiction, abuse, and recovery—deeply resonating with Nikki’s on-screen journey. Scott listened intently, placing her hand over her heart, offering each story the respect and presence it deserved.
When asked if she believes in spiritual guidance, Scott paused before responding. “I have. More than we realize, I think we all are. As a child actress, there were days I didn’t think I’d survive to adulthood. But I felt protected. Even now, when life gets overwhelming, I sometimes feel a presence—maybe my grandmother, maybe just intuition. But yes, I believe.”
In a time when many celebrities guard their personal lives closely, Melody Thomas Scott stands apart—offering not just stories from set, but heartfelt wisdom, spiritual openness, and an invitation for fans to join her in a journey far deeper than television could ever portray.
