Young and the Restless Spoilers Wednesday, February 20: Nikki Writes Emotional Letter – Special 40th Anniversary Tribute Flashbacks

“Young and the Restless” spoilers for Wednesday, February 20, tease that Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) will face an uncertain future. In her jail cell, Nikki knows that she could be convicted of murder. If that happens, she wants her grandchildren to learn about the real her. Nikki writes a letter that they can all read one day and begins telling her life story.

Nikki kicks things off by talking about her mother, Barbara Ann Reed. She also mentions her sister, Casey, who eventually became a doctor. Nikki reflects on the horrible car accident that claimed the life of her mom and notes that her abusive father came back into the picture. We see some flashbacks of Nikki with Casey as well as Nikki fighting off her dad’s attack, which resulted in his death.

Next, Nikki recalls adventures with Paul Williams (Doug Davidson) when she was younger. She reflects on an early marriage to Greg Foster and how she managed to blow that up. Nikki explains that she joined the New World Commune for a while as well.

Don't miss a very special episode of The Young and the Restless celebrating @MelodyThomasSco's 40 years on #YR! Tune in tomorrow. ? pic.twitter.com/8Yt6Q1rW9j

— Young and Restless (@YandR_CBS) February 20, 2019

Then, Nikki shifts gears and talks about her time stripping at The Bayou. She doesn’t have any regrets about those days. Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) came into her life and it was forever changed. Nikki confesses that she cherishes Jack Abbott’s (Peter Bergman) friendship, but Victor is her one true love.

Nikki reflects on special moments from their history together, including her first kiss with Victor as well as one of their weddings. She remembers a nasty split along with a wonderful proposal, too. Nikki’s mind takes her to her battle with alcoholism eventually. She has memories of her struggles to overcome the obstacles and even help others.

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Nikki’s next flashbacks involve how she coped with significant deaths. She also recalls her longstanding rivalry with Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) and memories of her kids. Nikki points out that children can be life’s greatest gift since they fill your heart with even more love. She considers her grandchildren just as much of a blessing.

Nobody does it like Nikki Newman! Congratulations to @MelodyThomasSco on her 40th anniversary with The Young and the Restless. ? Don’t miss her special tribute episode this Wednesday on #YR! pic.twitter.com/Hkyxi3AyU2

— Young and Restless (@YandR_CBS) February 19, 2019

Katherine Chancellor (Jeanne Cooper) gets some flashbacks as Nikki reflects on her best friend. Nikki ultimately remembers reuniting with Victor after he thought she was dead. When it’s time to close the letter, Nikki hopes her grandkids read this and feel closer to her because of it. She signs it with love and plans to hand it over sooner or later.

“Young and the Restless” spoilers say this marks Nikki’s 40-year anniversary in Genoa City, so that’s why she’s getting this special tribute. The action will rev up back up again on Thursday, so we’ll give you updates as other Y&R news and rumors emerge. Stay tuned to see what’s next on the CBS soap.

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