Claire struggles with grief as Mariah’s guilt spirals out of control. Meanwhile, Daniel’s romantic future may shake up everything. In The Young and the Restless Recap for July 8, 2025, characters wrestled with heartbreak, healing, and hard truths that could change their relationships forever.
Claire Mourns Cole, But Victoria Offers Hope
On Tuesday, July 8, The Young and the Restless recap picks up at the tack house. Claire Newman opens up to Victoria Newman about a haunting dream she had of Cole. Shaken and guilt-ridden, Claire believes she isn’t mourning “right,” but Victoria assures her there is no rulebook for grief.
The conversation turns heartfelt as Victoria shares memories of Claire’s original memorial as a baby. She remembers Cole reading a comforting poem that touched her deeply. Inspired, Claire chooses to read that same poem at his service. The funeral home director arrives with arrangements, including urn selections, since Cole wanted cremation.
Victoria and Claire also consider delaying the memorial so the entire Newman clan can return from France. Later, Nate Hastings visits, offering condolences and support. He suggests Claire speak to Cole’s spirit from the heart, helping her get the closure she missed. Claire takes his advice and shares her emotions on a park bench, asking Cole to visit her dreams again.
The Young and the Restless Recap: Mariah Pushes Tessa Away, Then Breaks Down Alone
Elsewhere, at the GCAC, Mariah stumbles upon Tessa and Daniel mid-guitar lesson. While Daniel exits, Tessa gently pushes Mariah to open up. Tessa tells a touching story about their daughter, Aria, needing both moms after a small injury. Still, Mariah insists she must distance herself from her family.
Frustrated, Tessa wonders if the space should become permanent. Mariah is stunned but says nothing. Tessa finally agrees to give Mariah space—but can’t promise she’ll wait around forever. Once Mariah’s alone, she flashes back to the moment she smothered the elderly man she met on a recent trip. That memory shakes her to the core. As guilt takes over, Mariah seems more lost than ever, drowning in the trauma she refuses to face with anyone’s help.
Danny Plans a Proposal While Daniel Pines for Tessa
At Society, Danny Romalotti and Christine Blair enjoy a romantic dinner. Christine vents about Phyllis ditching Daniel to attend a party in France. The tension fades when Danny invites her for a night of dancing and romance. Christine smiles and agrees, unaware of what’s coming next.
Daniel later joins Danny privately, and Danny shares his big secret—he’s planning to propose to Christine that very night. Daniel is thrilled for him and says he hopes to find love again too. His eyes wander to Tessa, who walks in just then, possibly hinting at his growing feelings.