Y&R Casts New Man For Nikki Newman | Meet Pietro
🎉 New Face in Genoa City – But Not Daniel Goddard
While fans might be disappointed that Daniel Goddard isn’t returning to The Young and the Restless, there is a new face coming to Genoa City.
🎂 Nikki Newman’s Birthday Bash Incoming
It’s almost time to:
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Pop the champagne
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Roll out the red carpet
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Turn up the glam
Because Nikki Newman’s birthday is just around the corner!
And if you know Nikki — or Victor — you know this party will be anything but casual.
🌟 Surprise Guest Star: Jai Rodriguez Joins Y&R
Enter Jai Rodriguez, best known from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.
He’s set to appear on Y&R in a special guest role.
Past Soap Appearances:
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All My Children as Fate’s dad
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One Life to Live as Andrew
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Days of Our Lives as Matteo
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The Bold and the Beautiful as Photographer Sachs
Primetime Highlights:
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Grey’s Anatomy
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The Rookie
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Dollface
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The Resident
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Eastsiders
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Uncoupled
Film & Broadway:
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Starred in Bros (Judd Apatow’s comedy) as Jason
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Played Angel in Rent
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Starred in Zana, Don’t
🥂 Meet “Pro” – GC’s Go-To Party Planner
According to US Weekly, Jai Rodriguez will play Pro, a fabulous, in-demand party planner who works with Genoa City’s elite.
He’s arriving just in time to transform Nikki’s birthday into a glitter-filled extravaganza.
📅 When to Watch
Catch Jai Rodriguez on The Young and the Restless:
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May 28th through May 31st
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Across four full episodes
Expect:
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Party planning chaos
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Glamorous drama
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And maybe a few secrets mixed in with the cocktails 🍸
📣 Jai Speaks Out
Rodriguez shared on Instagram:
“It’s been really fun working on this iconic show and its very welcoming cast. Can’t wait for y’all to get into this hilarious role.”
🎈 Your Turn!
What do you think Nikki’s birthday theme will be this year?
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