The 3 Biggest ‘Y&R’ Moments You Can’t Miss – Week of December 22-26

The Young and the Restless spoilers reveal three must-see moments for the week of December 22, 2025. Fans can expect Lauren Fenmore Baldwin (Tracey E. Bregman) to help Michael Baldwin (Christian LeBlanc) with a moral dilemma.

Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) and Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) are reminded of the meaning of Christmas. Plus, Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) forces Matt Clark’s (Roger Howarth) hand. Keep reading, and let’s talk about what is coming up in the CBS soap opera.

Diane Jenkins Abbott’s Pitch

Let’s start off with Diane Jenkins Abbott (Susan Walters). The woman went to Michael for help dealing with Victor.

Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) thought that taking Jabot offline would protect it from Victor’s planned AI attack. However, Victor found another way and now it might be impossible for Jabot to get back to success after the Newman Media article.

Michael listened to Diane, and doesn’t agree with Victor going after Jack. At the same time, Michael knows exactly what it feels like to be on Victor’s bad side. It hasn’t been that long since Michael earned Victor’s full trust again.

Lauren Fenmore Baldwin’s Advice

Michael told Diane he would think about her proposition. However, the man really doesn’t know what to do. So, he talks to the one person he knows he can trust: Lauren. In a weekly preview clip, Lauren asks Michael what is the bigger threat: AI or crossing Victor?

Matt Clark’s Hand Forced

The Young and the Restless spoilers reveal that another must-see moment centers on Matt. Fans know that Matt is in Genoa City with Detective Annie Stewart (Catherine Kresge).

Nick did put some traps so they would be notified if he checked in. However, now Sienna Bacall (Tamara Braun) has been kidnapped.

It is teased that on Friday of next week, Nick forces Matt’s hand. It sounds like there is going to be a brutal showdown, but that might continue after Christmas.

True Meaning of Christmas

As for Victor and Nikki, they learn the true meaning of Christmas. Nikki is really upset about Victor going after Jack yet again and so close to the holidays. Really, Victor’s attention should be on finding Matt and protecting his family, not going after Jack.

Nikki was so upset that she threatened to leave her husband. Surprisingly, Victor told her to go ahead and get out. Will something happen that brings this family back together again?

Which storyline are you looking forward to seeing the most during the week of December 22, 2025? Share your thoughts in the comment section below. Keep watching the soap on CBS or Paramount+ to find out what happens next.