The Young and the Restless legend Doug Davidson, aka Paul Williams, still knows how to stand his ground! The actor left the regular status in 2018 and left Genoa City in 2020, following a sidelining by the writers. Recently, Davidson hit back at critics who accused him of being fired from the CBS soap. Nobody can rewrite his Y&R story!
The Truth Behind Doug’s Y&R Departure
A post regarding Doug’s exit from The Young and the Restless surfaced on Twitter/X. It read, “Being written out of the show… equivalent of being fired.” Warning incoming! This prompted him to strike back, “I was only written out when I said I wasn’t coming in. Stay in your lane.” As they rightly say, never dance with the devil!
Meanwhile, Davidson has graced our screens as Paul Williams since his debut in May 1978. It even earned him the title of the longest-standing cast member on the CBS show. Unfortunately, as time passed, our favorite detective got less and less screen time. Paul last appeared in November 2020, when he was hot on the trail of Chance’s shooting.
Then, Davidson was reduced to a recurring role but sadly never got the call back he truly deserved. In October 2021, Davidson discussed his frustration over “the state of television.” He was disheartened upon not receiving a simple “thank you” from the network after over forty years of dedicated service.
However, the final chapter of his Y&R story came on July 15, 2023, when Davidson packed up his dressing room. He left behind decades of memories and emotions. We can imagine how he must have felt! The soap vet admitted feeling bittersweet, “It was my home for 40 years, and it was like a ghost town.” He even threw a subtle shade toward Chancellor Park.
It’s the very backdrop for many of his character’s escapades. Interestingly, the rumor mill is buzzing again with the tragic news of Paul’s daughter, Heather Stevens! Daniel recently called Paul to deliver the heartbreaking news. Could this emotional plea bring Paul, who’s been off-screen in Portugal back to Genoa City?
Until then, stay glued to Soap Opera Daily for more updates on The Young and the Restless celebs. Davidson’s legacy as Paul Williams will always have a special place in our hearts. Do you agree?
Really miss him,a great actor in his part of Paul. A guest appearance would really be appreciated.
I really liked Doug on the Y & R. He was a brilliant tandem a loveable character. Hope he changes his mind & comes back!
I sure do understand now, how he was treated after giving himself for 40 years , and be just like that he was written off….I don’t blame you one bit Doug 😉….no matter what, he was the best of the best as they come. 💙💙💙💙 all the best for DOUG DAVIDSON FOR ALL THAT DID FOR Y AND R ..I CELEBRATE 🥳 🎉 YOU DOUG FOR ALL THE WONDERFUL YEARS YOUVE GIVEN ME OVER THE YEARS….LOVE ALWAYS YOUR FAN #DOUGDAVIDSON 💙💙💙
I sure do understand now, how he was treated after giving himself for 40 years , and be just like that he was written off….I don’t blame you one bit Doug 😉….no matter what, he was the best of the best as they come. 💙💙💙💙 all the best for DOUG DAVIDSON FOR ALL THAT HE DID FOR Y AND R ..I CELEBRATE 🥳 🎉 YOU DOUG FOR ALL THE WONDERFUL YEARS YOUVE GIVEN ME OVER THE YEARS….LOVE ALWAYS YOUR FAN #DOUGDAVIDSON 💙💙💙
I would love to see Paul Williams back on the show. I have watched Y&R since day one.
40 years is a long time! Enjoy your retirement & don’t be look back.