As 2025 begins, fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are buzzing with questions about the status of some beloved characters. With the latest episodes raising eyebrows, viewers are wondering about the possible exits of three Forresters. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening.
It doesn’t seem likely Matthew Atkinson, who plays Thomas Forrester, has not been confirmed to return. While the show rarely gives definitive answers about cast changes, fans quickly noticed his absence in the 2025 opening credits sequence.
The last time we saw Thomas, he was in Paris with Paris Buckingham and his son Douglas. Many fans hoped he would return when Hope for the Future faced a tough year in 2024, struggling under scrutiny from Steffy Forrester and COO Carter Walton. Since Thomas led HFTF to its greatest successes in the past, his return seemed like a natural solution.
Instead, the storyline took a surprising turn when Hope fell for Carter, leaving Thomas out of the picture. For now, it seems Thomas’ storyline is on pause, and his absence from the credits hints that a comeback might not be on the horizon anytime soon.
Fans are also wondering about RJ Forrester, who seemed to vanish just as tensions between the Logans and Forresters were heating up. As Brooke and Ridge Forrester’s son and a designer for Hope for the Future, RJ’s involvement in the family drama felt crucial.
However, viewers noticed RJ’s disappearance during key moments, including Hope’s firing, the company takeover, and even the holiday celebrations. His absence has left a gap in the storyline, and like Thomas, RJ is missing from the new opening credits. Could RJ’s storyline be over for good, or is this just a temporary hiatus? Only time will tell, but fans are eager to see him back in the mix.
Ivy Forrester briefly returned in 2024 for a few appearances, reigniting her chemistry with Liam. Fans were thrilled to see her back, especially after she planted a surprising kiss on Liam.
Hopes were high for Ivy to become a regular fixture in the storyline, especially after Carter hired her to revamp the Forrester jewelry line as part of his global luxury brand strategy. Ivy even moved into the Forrester Mansion, bringing her cousin Electra along.
Yet, despite all the setup, Ivy has seemingly disappeared again. Liam hasn’t crossed paths with her since her brief return, and she’s missing from the 2025 credits as well.
The absence of Thomas, RJ, and Ivy from The Bold and the Beautiful has sparked speculation about their futures on the show. Are they gone for good, or could they return later in the year? For now, fans can only wait and watch.
The Bold and the Beautiful continues to air weekdays on CBS, and full episodes are available for streaming on Paramount+.
So, what do you think, B&B fans? Are these characters gone for good, or do you hope to see them return? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
