The Young and the Restless Recap, February 23-27, 2026: Matt is released, Daniel rejects Phyllis, and Sienna reunites with Noah

The Young and the Restless: Sharon, Nick and Phyllis | Image: CBS
The Young and the Restless: Sharon, Nick and Phyllis | Image: CBS

Here is your weekly recap of The Young and the Restless for the episodes that aired February 23rd through 27th, 2026.

What happened on The Young and the Restless

The Young and the Restless: Mick and Victoria | Image: CBS
The Young and the Restless: Mick and Victoria | Image: CBS

This week on The Young and the Restless, Chelsea attempted to talk Sally into convincing Billy to return Newman Media for his own good, but Sally called her out on trying to pull a con. Nick objected to Victoria’s plan to enlist Summer’s help to get Newman Enterprises back from Phyllis. Victoria and Sharon compared notes about Nick’s ongoing pain and extended use of medication. Nick continued to pop fentanyl pills, but his stash began to run out. Noah toasted to Audra’s new job, but his mood soured when he learned her employer had stolen Newman Media from his family. Noah was disgusted when Kyle sided with Audra in reveling in Victor’s demise. Noah was thrilled when Sienna showed up in Genoa City after deciding to leave L.A. Victor continued to hide his plans for Cane from his family. Matt was released from police custody due to Annie’s corrupt involvement in his case. Noah began receiving threatening text messages. Matt sent a message to Nick, demanding five million dollars for him to leave Noah alone. Nick and Sharon plotted to lure Matt out of hiding. After Summer refused to see Phyllis in Milan, Phyllis accused Daniel of turning Summer against her. Daniel declared that he was done with his mother. Phyllis rejected Sharon and Nick’s pleas to let go of Newman. Cane appealed to Phyllis to help him fool Victor into releasing Lily and the twins. Phyllis realized that Cane never stopped loving Lily. Phyllis was shocked when Lauren commended her for besting Victor. Billy suspected that Lauren was working an angle, but Phyllis invited Lauren to work for her. Sally agreed to have dinner with Billy to hear him out. Audra cautioned Sally against giving in to Billy’s charms. Victoria and Nate shared a kiss. Devon and Abby decided to seek counseling for Dominic after the tot had a bad dream. Unable to reach Lily, Devon confronted Cane, who confirmed Lily and the twins had been taken but declined to provide any further details. Devon and Nate demanded answers from Victor about Lily and her children.

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Edited by Leigh Richdale