Young and Restless Recaps: The week of July 6, 2020 on Y&R

A week of episodes highlighting summertime fun -- The Young and the Restless style. The episodes shown included an adoption celebration, a barbecue, and a carnival.

Victor and Nikki host a party at the Newman ranch (1999)

Monday, July 6, 2020

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Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, The Young and the Restless began broadcasting special throwback episodes until it was safe for the cast and crew to return to work. As a treat to viewers, CBS aired weeks devoted to iconic characters or episodes curated to fit a special theme. This week focused on some hot and steamy summertime episodes from Genoa City's past. A complete list of episodes that aired during this week can be found here.

This episode originally aired July 27, 1999. In the episode, Victor and Nikki hosted a party at the Newman ranch to celebrate Cassie's adoption.

Victor and Nikki entered the pool patio and admired the festive decorations and tables laden with food. Victor said, "This is a momentous occasion. I'm surprised you didn't hire a marching band." Nikki teased that it had crossed her mind. Cassie walked steps ahead of Nick, Sharon, and Noah and said, "We're here!" Cassie was in awe of the balloons and party fare and said everything looked great.

You can read the full recap of that episode here or in our Daily Recaps Archive, which has comprehensive Daily Recaps for The Young and the Restless dating back to the show's first episode in 1973.

Gloria hosts family and friends for an Abbott family barbecue (2005)

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

by Soap Central

Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, The Young and the Restless began broadcasting special throwback episodes until it was safe for the cast and crew to return to work. As a treat to viewers, CBS aired weeks devoted to iconic characters or episodes curated to fit a special theme. This week focused on some hot and steamy summertime episodes from Genoa City's past. A complete list of episodes that aired during this week can be found here.

This episode originally aired July 4, 2005. In the episode, Gloria hosted family and friends for an Abbott family barbecue.

Lauren joined Gloria inside the house and asked if she needed help with anything. Gloria bragged about how the guests were enjoying the lemonade, and Lauren called it a lovely party. Gloria envisioned how beautiful Lauren would look descending the Abbott stairs as a bride, and she planned to pitch the idea to John. Lauren advised Gloria not to do anything that would cause problems, but Gloria thought the mansion would be the perfect wedding venue. Gloria intended to keep her fingers crossed that John would agree.

You can read the full recap of that episode here or in our Daily Recaps Archive, which has comprehensive Daily Recaps for The Young and the Restless dating back to the show's first episode in 1973.

Phyllis makes waves with Michael (2000)

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

by Soap Central

Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, The Young and the Restless began broadcasting special throwback episodes until it was safe for the cast and crew to return to work. As a treat to viewers, CBS aired weeks devoted to iconic characters or episodes curated to fit a special theme. This week focused on some hot and steamy summertime episodes from Genoa City's past. A complete list of episodes that aired during this week can be found here.

This episode originally aired June 7, 2001. In the episode, Phyllis made waves with Michael.

Every time Billy and Mac were in close proximity to each other, Mac would walk away. Phyllis arrived and gave the teens a few instructions regarding the shoot. Mac told Phyllis that she had some Glo by Jabot sunscreen on hand. Phyllis said they would be able to use it later. Phyllis informed the teens that Jack wanted her to upload their shoot by the end of the day. She said she would be filming them with her handheld camera in conjunction with the stationary cameras, and she instructed Mac to push the button to activate the stationary cameras. Phyllis began taping, and at the edge of the pool, Brittany complained to Rhianna that it was unfair that she couldn't get a tan, while Billy and Raul practiced putting. Raul asked if anyone wanted a drink. Mac said she wouldn't mind a lemonade. Once again, Billy tried to speak to Mac, but she avoided him. Phyllis noticed the tension between Mac and Billy. She asked Mac to get the sunscreen. When Mac returned with the product, she asked Billy and Raul to apply the sunscreen to Brittany and Rhianna.

You can read the full recap of that episode here or in our Daily Recaps Archive, which has comprehensive Daily Recaps for The Young and the Restless dating back to the show's first episode in 1973.

Nick transports Sharon to a faraway land (2001)

Thursday, July 9, 2020

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Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, The Young and the Restless began broadcasting special throwback episodes until it was safe for the cast and crew to return to work. As a treat to viewers, CBS aired weeks devoted to iconic characters or episodes curated to fit a special theme. This week focused on some hot and steamy summertime episodes from Genoa City's past. A complete list of episodes that aired during this week can be found here.

This episode originally aired June 7, 2001. In the episode, Nick transported Sharon to a faraway land.

Nick and Sharon entered an oversized tent that was lavishly decorated in an Arabian Nights theme. In awe, Sharon claimed that it felt like she'd walked into a fairy tale. She couldn't believe that Nick had gotten the whole thing set up on the Newman ranch. Nick and Sharon changed from their everyday clothing into the Arabian outfits that Nick provided. Sharon was surprised that the outfits fit so well. Nick clapped his hands twice, and two waiters, also dressed in Arabian garb, carried in trays of food. Nick asked if Sharon was ready to eat.

You can read the full recap of that episode here or in our Daily Recaps Archive, which has comprehensive Daily Recaps for The Young and the Restless dating back to the show's first episode in 1973.

Romance and intrigue are center stage at a carnival in Genoa City (2019)

Friday, July 10, 2020

by Soap Central

Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, The Young and the Restless began broadcasting special throwback episodes until it was safe for the cast and crew to return to work. As a treat to viewers, CBS aired weeks devoted to iconic characters or episodes curated to fit a special theme. This week focused on some hot and steamy summertime episodes from Genoa City's past. A complete list of episodes that aired during this week can be found here.

This episode originally aired July 3, 2019. In the episode, romance and intrigue were center stage at a carnival in Genoa City.

At the carnival, Devon and Elena ate cotton candy, and Elena teased Devon about wanting caviar rather than eating the fun foods. Elsewhere at the carnival, Nikki asked Victor how it felt to be out of his comfort zone. Victor joked about it being his "jam," and he said it had been nice to find out that his kids loved him. He kissed Nikki. At that moment, they bumped into Devon and Elena. Devon was carrying a huge stuffed bear that Elena had won. Elena proudly announced that Devon had won a prize, as well, and pulled a tiny stuffed bear out of her pocket. Nikki remarked that it was wonderful to see Devon happy.

You can read the full recap of that episode here or in our Daily Recaps Archive, which has comprehensive Daily Recaps for The Young and the Restless dating back to the show's first episode in 1973.