Is ‘Young And The Restless’ Killing Off Claire Grace?

Recent events on The Young and the Restless suggest one character in particular could be in danger. Thanks to this, fans are starting to worry for Hayley Erin’s Claire Grace. Certain factors, even off the show, seem to hint at what the character’s fate will be.
Claire Recently Had A Family Reunion On The Young & The Restless
Hayley Erin has played the character since 2023. Interestingly, she first joined the soap in 2008, first playing a teenaged version of Abby Newman, lasting in the role until 2010. In addition, she known for playing Kiki Jerome on General Hospital.
On the series, Claire is the daughter of Charles “Cole” Howard and Victoria Newman. Since 2024, she is also known for her relationship with Kyle Abbott.

However, recent events on the soap have some fans worried for Claire’s well-being. As noted by Monsters & Critics, the character’s actions might have just put her in “serious danger.”
As previously reported, the soap has seen the return of villains Ian Ward and Jordan Howard. Notably, Jordan is Claire’s father’s aunt, her grandmother Eve’s half-sister.
After learning that her aunt was back in Genoa City, Claire recently met her face to face. Hoping to convince her aunt she was on her side, Claire pretended to be against her family.
Meanwhile, Claire also clues Nikki and Victoria in on the situation. Both of whom soon begin to worry for Claire’s safety, even if she believes she can handle herself.
As the publication noted, Claire could be in danger once Jordan learns her niece isn’t on her side. While the character risks grave danger, she might have something in her corner.
The Answer Could Rely On What’s Happening Behind-The-Scenes
However, it’s what going on behind-the-scenes that will likely protect the character. Erin is currently under a multi-year contract to play Claire on the soap. With plenty of time left to play the character, it doesn’t seem like Claire is expected to leave Genoa City anytime soon.
That said, Erin could always be cast as another character. After all, she first appeared on the soap as another character.

Comments from head writer Josh Griffith also suggest Claire is safe for the time being. As previously reported, he recently shared some spoilers with fans over what fans can expect for 2025.
At the time, Griffith teased a story inspired by Shakespeare. Talking with TV Insider, he noted, “Claire and Kyle are going to have to fight the fact that Victor doesn’t want them together and Jack is worried that they shouldn’t be together because of what Victor might pull.”
It was noted the romance would impact other characters. Griffith noted, “As we build this powerful Romeo and Juliet story, they will all be affected — Nikki, Victoria, Victor — and Nick will be heavily involved in the next arc of this Ian fallout for Sharon.”
In other words, the writers still have plenty of stories planned for Claire. This suggests that the character can be expected to stick around for quite some time. Of course, only time will tell what the writers really have planned.
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