In a major development for fans of The Young and the Restless, it has been confirmed that Jill Farren Phelps, the legendary soap opera producer, has made her return to the CBS drama after a hiatus. Known for her extensive career in the soap opera industry, Phelps has been a key figure behind numerous daytime hits since 1984, including Santa Barbara, Guiding Light, Another World, One Life to Live, and General Hospital.

Phelps originally served as the executive producer of The Young and the Restless from 2012 to 2016, during which time she oversaw significant shifts in the show’s direction and storyline arcs. Sources initially hinted that Phelps had returned to the show in a non-producing capacity, but recent developments confirm that she is back in full force, this time in a producing role.

Her career has spanned over four decades, beginning in 1974 as a production assistant on Guiding Light. Phelps quickly climbed the ranks, eventually becoming a producer and supervising producer on Santa Barbara, where she made her mark before going on to produce Guiding Light and Another World. She found immense success at One Life to Live, where her leadership helped boost ratings and solidify the show’s place in daytime television. She continued to shine at General Hospital, where she not only ran the show but also launched the General Hospital: Night Shift spinoff, solidifying her reputation as a powerhouse in daytime programming.

After her tenure at General Hospital, Phelps briefly shifted to primetime television with the Hollywood Heights series, where she worked alongside Josh Griffith, the current executive producer and head writer of The Young and the Restless. The two have a long history of collaboration, and Griffith praised Phelps for her guidance during their work on Hollywood Heights, which eventually led to their partnership on The Young and the Restless.

Now, with Phelps’ return, it’s clear that the show is once again in capable hands. Over the course of her career, Phelps has earned 14 Daytime Emmy nominations, winning 11 of them, with several honors for her work on General Hospital and The Young and the Restless. Her vast experience and proven track record in soap operas have fans excited about the direction Y&R will take in the future.

As The Young and the Restless continues to evolve, Phelps’ return marks an exciting new chapter for the series. Fans can look forward to a familiar yet refreshed approach, blending her legacy with the current creative leadership of Josh Griffith. With such a rich history behind her, Phelps’ return is sure to usher in a new era of gripping storylines and unforgettable drama at Genoa City’s most iconic soap opera.