By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
Accept
Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, RecapsSoap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • Days Of Our Lives
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • General Hospital
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • The Bold And The Beautiful
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • The Young And The Restless
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • UK Soaps
    • Coronation Street
    • EastEnders
    • Emmerdale
  • Royal News
  • Web Stories
Font ResizerAa
Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, RecapsSoap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps
Search
  • Home
  • Days Of Our Lives
  • General Hospital
  • The Bold And The Beautiful
  • The Young And The Restless
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Sitemap
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Copyright © Soap Opera Daily. All Rights Reserved.
Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps > The Young And The Restless > The Young and The Restless Star Shoots Down Controversy, Reveals REAL Reason Why She Cried

The Young and The Restless Star Shoots Down Controversy, Reveals REAL Reason Why She Cried

Last updated: June 12, 2024 1:36 pm
By Anisha Jaiswal Published June 12, 2024 Add a Comment
Share
Y&R/ Michelle Stafford at the Daytime Emmys

The Young and The Restless Michelle Stafford has had a great year on the soap as a performer. She got to play so many different shades of emotions through Phyllis, and might we add, she did a phenomenal job at it! So much so, that it helped her bag the Daytime Emmy for the best performance as a lead actress!

   

However, amid the joy, an uncalled-for controversy reared its head. The Young and The Restless suffered a classic case of quote misinterpretation! During her award acceptance speech, Michelle thanked Y&R Head Writer and Executive Producer Josh Griffith for letting her cry in his office.

Also Read: The Young And The Restless Spoilers For Next Two Weeks

The Young and The Restless - Michelle stafford
Y&R/ Michelle Stafford wins Daytime Emmy

This caused a stir in social media, where fans misinterpreted that she perhaps “cried” to bring in a certain storyline or rewrite the existing one for her. But that’s not the case AT ALL. To settle the smoke once and for all, The Young and The Restless star decided to clarify her remark through Instagram.

Don’t Miss: The Young and the Restless Is Breaking Up A Big Legacy Couple

“I lost a parent recently. It was devastating,” Michelle Stafford wrote on her Instagram. “But you must carry on with life. You go to work. You take care of your kids….And life does in fact move on.” she continued. The Young and The Restless star clarified that she usually lets such controversies go. But she chose to open up because it could help others who are grieving.

The Young And The Restless Spoilers-Phyllis-Nick-
Y&R/ Michelle Stafford as Phyllis Summers in a still from Y&R

Further explaining the “crying”, Michelle shared that she showed up at Griffith’s office for a meeting that was pre-scheduled. It had only been 10 days since the loss, but she still showed up. The Young and The Restless star explained that she was going over the storyline but she couldn’t control her emotions when the part about Phyllis’ relationship with her kids came up.

Further Read: Is It A Goodbye To Connor Floyd? Find Out

Michelle ended up crying profusely in the office and then apologized when she was more composed. But Griffith was kind towards her and responded in the most humane manner. Well, we are so glad that Michelle opened up about her grief and said it like it is. But she is not the only one to speak out.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Michelle Stafford (@therealstafford)

She even got some support from her The Young and The Restless co-star Colleen Zenk. The stellar performer who is currently portraying Jordan on the soap cheered for Michelle out loud! “You know how I feel about you. I am beyond thrilled for your Emmy win,” Colleen congratulated her.

Then moving on to the controversy and Michelle’s response, The Young and The Restless star wrote,” You are one of a kind. And all human.” Furthermore, she added that Michelle is “enormously giving and talented” Colleen pointed that Michelle’s statement was a “beautiful response.”

Check Out: Bryton James Leaves Y&R?

The Young and The Restless - Colleen Zenk
Y&R/ Colleen Zenk cheers Michelle Stafford

Moreover, The Young and The Restless star admitted that she wished she had the strength to have written something similar many times. “love you… CZ, she signed off.” Honestly, we agree with Colleen Zenk. Michelle did not need to set the record straight, but she did. She chose to be vulnerable and speak her truth, and that’s commendable!

We really wish her all the best! Did her response move you too? Tell us in the comments. Meanwhile, stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more The Young and The Restless spoilers, news, and other updates.

TAGGED: Michelle Stafford, Phyllis Summers
Share This Article
Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Email Copy Link
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest Posts

sally-coronation-street
SHE STOOD STILL! Fierce Face-Off Between Two Coronation Street Characters Leave Viewers Stunned
Coronation Street
martin-past-beyond-the-gates
Beyond the Gates: Martin’s World Spins Out Of Control, What Will Happen Now?
Beyond The Gates
WASN’T SUPPOSED TO END LIKE THIS! EastEnders Fans Cry Out As Julie And Nigel Exit Too Soon
EastEnders
BIG LIES EXPOSED! Coronation Street Brothers Face a Messy Showdown Behind Closed Doors
Coronation Street
Royal News: The couple always attend the event
Prince William And Kate Middleton Attend [THIS] Event Along With Princess Charlotte And Prince George!
Royal News

Related Strories

The Young And The Restless Comings And Goings

Final Blow! The Young and the Restless Comings and Goings: Damian’s Death Ends Jermaine Rivers’ Run

By Apoorva Agrawal July 15, 2025
The Young And The Restless Recap Today

SHOCK ATTACK! The Young and the Restless Recap: Damian Bleeds Out in Cane’s Arms

By Apoorva Agrawal July 15, 2025
The Young And The Restless Spoilers

Twisted Loyalty! The Young and the Restless Spoilers: Phyllis Protects Cane, Lily Breaks Over Damian’s Death

By Apoorva Agrawal July 15, 2025
The Young And The Restless

Bloody Betrayal! The Young and the Restless Update Unleashes Murder in Nice!

By Apoorva Agrawal July 14, 2025
Show More
Soap Opera Daily Logo Dark Soap Opera Daily Logo Dark

Here at Soap Opera Daily, get all the latest Spoilers, Updates, Celeb News, and Recaps of General Hospital, Young and The Restless, Bold and The Beautiful, and Days Of Our Lives.

Quicklinks

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Sitemap
  • Meet The Team

Company

  • Disclaimer
  • Cookie Policy
  • Copyright Policy
  • Privacy Policy

Follow Socials

Part of the Winacle Network.
Copyright © Soap Opera Daily 2024. All Rights Reserved

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?