The Young and the Restless recap for Thursday, July 3, 2025, delivers an emotional blow as Cole Howard dies after a final kiss with Victoria. Meanwhile, Mariah’s haunting flashback sparks murder suspicions, and Chelsea senses Holden’s deception. Secrets, sorrow, and suspicion ripple through Genoa City in this gripping episode.
Cole Howard Flatlines After Victoria’s Emotional Goodbye
At the hospital, Cole made peace with his fate. He refused to live in denial, instead choosing to spend his final moments with those he loved most. Claire, overcome with emotion, couldn’t bear to say goodbye and rushed out, struggling with the short time they’d shared.
Victoria, meanwhile, stayed close. She didn’t need words from Cole—just presence. Their silent connection spoke volumes. Cole asked for one last kiss before slipping away. The heart-wrenching moment ended with him flatlining, leaving Victoria shattered and clutching his memory.
Afterward, Victoria and Claire returned home, mourning quietly together. Claire later stepped away for some time alone. Victoria, left behind with her sorrow, curled up in bed with Cole’s book—finding comfort in what remained.
The Young and the Restless Recap: Mariah’s Flashback Sparks Crime Speculation
Elsewhere, a distressed Mariah wandered the park, guilt heavy on her shoulders. A haunting flashback revealed her holding a pillow while crying—hinting she may have done something terrible. A moment earlier, she remembered laughing with the mystery man believed to be Aristotle Dumas.
Did Mariah smother this man? The flashback left fans questioning her darkest secret. The silence around Dumas only deepened the mystery. And with Mariah now moved out, Tessa found herself leaning on Daniel for emotional support. Daniel offered her comfort and kept up with their guitar lessons. But even as Tessa smiled, concern over Mariah’s possible crime lingered in the background.
Adam Heads to Nice, Chelsea Confronts Holden’s Lies
Adam and Chelsea met at Society, where talk of Aristotle Dumas led to suspicions about Colin Atkinson—or even Cane Ashby—being the mystery man. As they spoke, Adam planned to fly to Nice, determined to uncover the truth and compare notes with Victor.
Chelsea, nervous about his safety, wished him luck. After a goodbye kiss, Adam departed. But as soon as he left, Holden Novak approached Chelsea with phony charm and compliments. She recognized him from a recent meeting with Cane and suspected an ulterior motive.
Holden tried to play it cool, pretending he barely knew Cane. But Chelsea wasn’t fooled. She saw right through the act and realized Holden had been sent to dig for information. Chelsea held firm, refusing to share anything.
The Young and the Restless Recap: Claire Calls Kyle As Grief Settles In
At home, Claire reached out to Kyle through a voicemail, updating him on Cole’s passing. The call hinted at emotional fallout still to come. Grief had barely begun, and complications in Claire and Kyle’s relationship appeared to be on the horizon.
As the episode closed, The Young and the Restless recap left fans reeling with heartbreak and questions. Cole’s death marked a devastating turning point, while Mariah’s past actions teased a criminal twist. Stay tuned to The Young and the Restless recap stories right here at Soap Opera Daily for the latest updates.
