The Young and the Restless Full Episode Recap - Wednesday, March 12, 2025

[SPOILER] is The Kidnapper

This Y&R full episode recap has romance, resurrections and a sinister mastermind playing puppet master with Phyllis and Sharon's lives. Traci’s getting hitched, Phyllis saves Sharon from the great beyond, and a new clue leads Nick and Billy straight to the truth. Plus, the kidnapper is FINALLY reveealed. Get ready for the sassiest rundown of Genoa City’s latest chaos.

Traci Abbott: Bride-to-Be or Victim of Impulse?

Traci accepts Alan's Proposal | CBS/Sony

Traci Abbott has finally found a man who adores her—and naturally, he’s ready to drop everything, including his speaking engagements, to follow her around the world like a lost puppy. Alan Laurent, in his love-fogged delirium, goes off-script and blurts out a marriage proposal that has Jack and Diane practically choking on their cocktails. Traci, ever the cool-headed queen, teases Alan about his dramatic delivery but, surprise, surprise—she says yes! But let’s be real, is this whirlwind romance truly a love story for the ages, or is Traci about to enroll in Genoa City’s latest class on Regret 101?

The Kidnapper’s Game: Sharon Dies (Sort Of)

Meanwhile, in a locked room straight out of a horror flick, Phyllis is busy taunting their mysterious captor when she realizes Sharon isn’t just napping—she’s out cold, lifeless, and pulse-free. In a rare moment of selflessness, Phyllis actually panics (shocking, right?) and starts CPR. And just when we thought Genoa City was about to say goodbye to its resident coffee-slinging sage, Sharon gasps back to life like a soap opera Lazarus. Phyllis, naturally, takes all the credit and proceeds to interrogate the invisible kidnapper, who remains as silent as Chance’s ability to crack a case quickly.

The Search Party Fumbles Forward

While Sharon and Phyllis play survivalist besties, back in town, Nick and Chance are pacing like overprotective dads. They’ve got security footage, a van, and enough tension to fuel a Newman family Thanksgiving. But what they don’t have? Answers. Summer, ever the worrier, is on the verge of a meltdown, but Nick assures her that Phyllis and Sharon are made of stronger stuff.

Just when they think they’re spinning their wheels, Billy (because of course Billy) swoops in with a text from Phyllis’ burner phone. The message? A cryptic clue about the Havenhurst Psychiatric Clinic—a place that conveniently happens to be in the very warehouse district they’re about to search. Coincidence? Please, this is Y&R. Nothing is ever that simple.

Phyllis saves Sharon | Y&R

Phyllis and Sharon: Unlikely Allies

Back at the psychiatric hospital, Phyllis and Sharon have a rare moment of understanding—because nothing bonds two women like being kidnapped and nearly dying. As they sip on (possibly poisoned?) water, Sharon goes full philosopher, musing that their captor is testing them, trying to force them to evolve beyond their pettiness. Phyllis, ever the contrarian, refuses to give credit to their twisted host, but even she has to admit that the two of them have been forced into a reluctant truce.

Then, the realization strikes—maybe their way out isn’t brute force or one of Phyllis’ half-baked escape plans. Maybe, just maybe, the real key to their freedom is working together. Imagine that—cooperation actually being the answer for once.

The Moment of Truth: Is Havenhurst a Clue or a Trap?

Back at Crimson Lights, just as Summer is preparing to spiral, Nick and Billy burst in with their Havenhurst revelation. The message they received is suspiciously specific, but the big question remains: is it a genuine breadcrumb leading them to the captives, or is their kidnapper playing an even bigger game?

Meanwhile, at the park, Alan is busy admiring the ring he just bought for Traci (because nothing says romance like shopping solo for an engagement ring after a spur-of-the-moment proposal).

Alan checks his phone | Y&R

But before he can rush back to sweep his bride-to-be off her feet, his phone buzzes—and what’s on the screen? A live feed of Sharon and Phyllis still trapped in Havenhurst. Excuse me, WHAT?

Alan's phone reveals he's the kidnapper | Y&R

What’s Next in Genoa City?

With Alan suddenly looking hella suspicious and Sharon and Phyllis possibly on the verge of their big escape, Y&R is setting us up for some serious drama. Is Alan involved in this sinister plot? Will Nick and Billy find the right location before it’s too late? And will Traci’s dream engagement turn into yet another heartbreak?