Genoa City is about to erupt in chaos once again, and this time, Victor Newman is at the center of it all. In a stunning preview for next

week’s episodes of The Young and the Restless, the powerful patriarch exposes five shocking secrets from Holden’s past, each more

scandalous than the last — and the fallout will change everything.

 

 

When the dust settles, Claire is left shattered, realizing that the man she trusted — and maybe even loved — has been lying to her from the very beginning. What Victor uncovers not only destroys Holden’s image but also leaves Claire facing an impossible choice between her heart and her conscience.

💣 The Calm Before Victor’s Storm

 

 

The week begins quietly enough. Claire and Holden appear stronger than ever, working side by side at Newman Media, their partnership fueled by mutual ambition and growing affection. For a moment, it seems like they might actually have a future — until Victor starts asking questions.

 

 

Viewers know Victor’s instincts are never wrong. He’s been suspicious of Holden since the day he set foot in Genoa City, calling him “too smooth, too smart, and too quiet.” Now, after weeks of digging through Holden’s background, Victor finally gathers enough evidence to expose him.

 

 

By midweek, Victor calls a private meeting at the Newman Ranch, summoning Nikki, Victoria, and Claire. His tone is cold and deliberate.

“You’ve all been protecting a man you barely know,” Victor says gravely. “It’s time you learned who Holden really is.”

⚡ Secret #1: The False Identity

The first bombshell drops instantly: Holden isn’t who he says he is.

According to Victor’s investigator, Holden’s real name is Ethan Rhodes, a man who disappeared from Chicago five years ago after being accused of corporate espionage. The name “Holden Pierce” was part of an elaborate alias he built while working under a private tech firm linked to Newman’s rival company.

Claire is visibly stunned. “You’re saying… he’s been lying about his identity this whole time?” she asks, her voice trembling.

Victor simply nods. “He came to Genoa City with a plan.”