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Shocking Return: Former Tormentor Haunts 'Young and Restless'

11/1/2025

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Matt Clark, now Mitch Bacall, returns to The Young and the Restless after 24 years, portrayed by Roger Howarth.
His reveal on October 31, 2025 horrifies Sharon Newman, who recognizes him as her former tormentor.
Clark's past includes manipulation and assault against Sharon and Nick Newman.
Showrunner Josh Griffith orchestrates the twist as the return links to The Shadow Room and Noah Newman toward the November sweeps finale.

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Story summary

Matt Clark, now Mitch Bacall, returns to The Young and the Restless after 24 years, portrayed by Roger Howarth.
His reveal on October 31, 2025 horrifies Sharon Newman, who recognizes him as her former tormentor.
Clark's past includes manipulation and assault against Sharon and Nick Newman.
Showrunner Josh Griffith orchestrates the twist as the return links to The Shadow Room and Noah Newman toward the November sweeps finale.