CBS Young And The Restless Spoilers Shock Ashland is Eric Vanderway, Dina’s son and Theo’s father
CBS The Young and the Restless spoilers: Billy is the one who asked, “What was Ashland’s name before?” He wants to find out to investigate more easily.
Viewers learned that Ashland vehemently refused to reveal his real name to the Newmans. The Newmans thought it was a normal rejection and didn’t want to bring up his painful past. However, Billy suspected he was hiding more secrets.
The Y&R storyline speculates that Ashland is most likely Eric Vanderway, Theo Vanderway’s father. As we all know, Eric is Dina’s adopted son, cared for and deeply loved by her.
When Theo arrived in Genoa City, his identity was discovered by Dina, who hugged him and asked where Eric was. She wondered why he didn’t come to find or contact her. Many believe Eric Vanderway was the child of Dina Mergeron and Stuart Brooks.
Eric Vanderway is presumed dead, but no one has seen his face or knows where he is—not even Theo.
Fall Predictions and Connections to Ashland Locke
The Young and the Restless Fall 2021 spoilers predict that Billy Abbott will continue digging into Ashland Locke’s past. Will he uncover that Ashland is actually Eric Vanderway?
Surely Ashland must have some connection to a prominent family in Genoa City, which will make the storyline increasingly intriguing.
Ashland is always searching for peace and a connection to his roots. Now, he’s on the verge of success. Viewers will recall Theo’s disappointment when he inherited a simple pen from Dina during the reading of her will.
Despite the underwhelming inheritance, Theo will always be considered a member of the Abbott family, with rights and responsibilities in the Jabot business.
Ashland’s Connection to Dina’s Gift
What if the pen Dina left Theo somehow ends up in Ashland’s hands? If Jack Abbott were to see Ashland using Dina’s commemorative pen, he might suspect that Ashland is connected to Dina—a family member she always mentioned fondly.
This revelation would further support Ashland’s backstory. He previously shared with the Newman family that he was abandoned by his mother and abused by his father for 16 years.
Billy Abbott’s Investigation and Theo’s Return
Billy will undoubtedly pounce on any revelations and won’t give up until the full truth is exposed. If Ashland reveals his true identity, it’s likely he will call Theo back to Genoa City.
Theo may return with a purpose, having gone to Paris to work, but his original mission could involve assisting Ashland in reclaiming what he believes belongs to him—his rightful share of the Abbott family assets and control of Jabot.
Ashland’s Ruthless Plans
Ashland doesn’t want his past exposed. He even showed his ruthless side by warning Billy to stop investigating him. It’s clear there is much more to his story.
If Jack discovers that Ashland is Eric Vanderway—his half-brother—it will be an explosive revelation. Theo’s return could signal the culmination of a long-hidden scheme, and he might ruthlessly take revenge on the Abbott family.
