In today’s explosive episode of The Bold and the Beautiful, viewers are thrown into a whirlwind of deception, emotional landmines, and a

carefully orchestrated trap that could change the Forresters forever. Brooke Logan has been pushed too far, and now she’s ready to take

matters into her own hands. What begins as quiet suspicion turns into a brilliant strategy — one that could expose a devastating truth hiding in plain sight.

 

 

This episode is packed with tension, manipulation, and heart-stopping twists, making it one of the most gripping installments of the year.

Brooke’s Growing Suspicion Becomes Unbearable

Brooke has sensed something “off” about Ridge for weeks. His distant behavior, strange excuses, late-night absences, and inconsistent stories have all built a pattern that Brooke can no longer ignore. Even Ridge’s tone, his sudden mood swings, and the way he avoids direct questions point to something darker — something he refuses to admit.

 

 

Brooke, who has survived decades of heartbreak and betrayal, knows one thing for certain:
When Ridge starts acting like a stranger, he usually has a secret.

But this time, the secret feels different. More dangerous. More calculated.
Brooke’s intuition kicks into high gear, pushing her to take action before someone else gets hurt — especially her family.

The Decoy Trap: A Master Move by Brooke Logan

 

 

Determined to expose the truth, Brooke sets up a decoy trap designed specifically to lure Ridge — or whoever is pretending to be Ridge — into revealing himself. This isn’t a simple confrontation or emotional meltdown. It’s a meticulously crafted plan.

Brooke enlists the help of Hope and Liam, carefully explaining that she needs to confirm something privately without causing panic. They agree reluctantly, knowing Brooke wouldn’t take such a risk unless absolutely necessary.

The setup is simple yet brilliant:

Brooke pretends she is leaving town for a few days

She secretly remains at the Logan estate

A message is sent to “Ridge” inviting him to meet her there

Hidden cameras — placed in advance — are positioned in the living room

The lights are dimmed, creating the illusion that the house is empty

A phone with Brooke’s voice recording is left where Ridge is sure to notice it

The entire scene is designed to draw out the truth.

Because Brooke isn’t just trying to catch Ridge in a lie.
She’s trying to confirm whether the man she has been living with… is even Ridge at all.

The Imposter Theory Gains Strength

Several subtle clues have been haunting Brooke:

Ridge’s sudden lack of interest in the fashion house

His refusal to discuss their personal past

His strange reactions to old photos

His awkward responses to intimate memories only Ridge would know

His unusual interactions with Steffy and Thomas

All of it points to one chilling possibility — that someone is impersonating Ridge.

Today’s episode makes this theory stronger than ever.

Hope even confronts Brooke earlier in the episode, saying,
“If you think this man isn’t Dad… then we need to find out before something awful happens.”

The Logan and Forrester families have survived imposters, secret twins, and long-lost rivals before, but this deception feels especially targeted — as if someone wants to destabilize Ridge’s entire world from the inside.

The Trap Is Triggered

As night falls, Brooke waits quietly in the shadowed hallway, her breath steady, her nerves sharp. Minutes turn into an eternity — until a faint sound at the front door breaks the silence.

Someone enters.

The footsteps are cautious, almost predatory. The supposed “Ridge” calls out Brooke’s name, but his voice carries no warmth, no familiarity — only irritation and impatience.

He moves straight to the phone Brooke planted.
He plays the voice message.
He speaks to himself.
And for the first time…

He speaks in a voice that is very clearly not Ridge Forrester.

Brooke’s heart drops. Her worst fear is confirmed.

The man living in her home, sleeping in her bed, kissing her, claiming to be Ridge — is an imposter.

And he doesn’t know he’s being recorded.

A Dangerous Revelation

Brooke manages to stay silent, fighting every instinct to burst into the room. The imposter mutters something about “the next phase” and “keeping the Forresters under control,” revealing that the deception is part of a much larger and darker plan.

What that plan is remains unclear, but one thing is certain:
The Forresters are in danger.
And Brooke has uncovered it just in time.

Final Moment Cliffhanger

The episode ends with Brooke stepping out from the shadows, her voice trembling yet determined:
“You’re not Ridge. Who are you?”

The imposter turns, shocked — and furious.

Cut to black.