As The Bold and the Beautiful continues to captivate audiences with its signature blend of romance, betrayal, and family drama, 2024 saw the loss of several iconic characters. However, as we step into 2025, there are a few beloved figures whose return would shake things up and give the show an exciting new dimension. Here are three characters we desperately want to see back on-screen, and they might just stick around for good!
1. Bridget Forrester: The Nurse Who Could Steal Our Hearts
Bridget (Ashley Jones) has always been a cherished character, making occasional appearances, often during family milestones or special events. But with so much going on in Los Angeles, it’s time for Bridget to return and take a more permanent place in the Forrester world. Her expertise as a doctor, combined with her emotional ties to the family, could create fresh storylines that would instantly captivate audiences.
Beyond that, Bridget could be just the woman Liam (Scott Clifton) needs to finally move on after all the chaos in his love life. Fans have long speculated that these two could make a perfect power couple, and with Bridget’s past losses, including two husbands and a daughter, viewers would love to see her find her own happy ending. Her return could bring a dose of healing to the Forrester family and shake things up in the best possible way.
2. Rick Forrester: The Missing Forrester Who Deserves His Spotlight
Speaking of missing characters, it’s high time Rick Forrester (Jacob Young) made his long-awaited return. Once a central figure in the Forrester empire, Rick’s absence has left a noticeable gap in the family dynamic. And while RJ (Joshua Morrow) has made a few brief appearances, Rick’s story has remained largely untold.
What better way to bring him back than with Maya Avant (Karla Cheatham Mosley) by his side? Their on-screen chemistry would be a treat for fans, and Rick’s return could bring some much-needed youth and energy back into the mix. In a show where younger leading men have been hard to come by, Rick could fill that void and inject fresh intrigue into the ongoing family drama.
3. Thomas Forrester: The Villain We Love to Hate
No one can stir up drama like Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson), and his return would take The Bold and the Beautiful to a whole new level. With the current coup between Carter (Lawrence Saint-Victor) and Hope (Annika Noelle) still sending shockwaves through the Forrester family, the timing couldn’t be better for Thomas to re-enter the fray.
While Thomas’s relationship with Hope may have ended, his feelings for her and his complex emotions around Carter’s involvement could make for some seriously intense moments. Would Thomas see Carter as a threat to his own place in the Forrester world? How would he react to Hope’s new alliance with Carter, especially after the drama surrounding “Thope”? Thomas’s return would undoubtedly add layers of tension, stirring up conflict and setting the stage for more unforgettable twists.
As The Bold and the Beautiful continues to evolve, these characters would not only reignite fan excitement but also bring fresh drama to the canvas. Whether it’s Bridget’s healing touch, Rick’s long-overdue comeback, or Thomas’s villainous charm, these returnees could add depth, intrigue, and plenty of excitement to 2025. Let’s hope these familiar faces find their way back to Los Angeles soon!
