Full Breakdown
Ivy Forrester Departs “The Bold and the Beautiful” Amid Actress Ashleigh Brewer’s Maternity Leave
4/25/2026, 2:16:18 PM
Core Event: Ivy Forrester’s On-Screen Exit and Immediate Fallout
In the April 24, 2026 episode of *The Bold and the Beautiful*, Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer) departs Forrester Creations after her manipulation of niece Electra’s romance is exposed. Confronted by Will (Crew Morrow), Electra (Laneya Grace), and senior family members Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) and Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye), Ivy acknowledges her actions were motivated by love for her niece, apologizes, and leaves with a packed desk, stating she intends to return. Before exiting, she confronts colleague Daphne (Murielle Hilaire), warning her not to underestimate her resolve. The scene ends with Ivy’s car waiting at the airport.
Background & Context: Brewer’s Tenure and Role Evolution
Ashleigh Brewer first joined *The Bold and the Beautiful* in July 2014, portraying Ivy Forrester for four years before exiting in 2018. She returned briefly in March 2024 and again in October 2024 for a storyline that positioned Ivy as a scheming aunt influencing Forrester Creations’ leadership. Her departure aligns with her maternity leave, marking a transition for both the actress and the series.
Timeline of Ivy Forrester’s Appearances and Ashleigh Brewer’s Personal Milestones
- July 2014: Brewer debuts as Ivy Forrester.
- 2018: First departure from the series.
- March 2024: Brief reprisal.
- October 2024: Return for expanded storyline.
- December 11 2025: Marries Mark Bauch.
- February 2026: Announces pregnancy on *Something to Talk About*.
- April 24 2026: Ivy’s on-screen exit.
Impact on the Ongoing Storylines and Production
Ivy’s exit removes an antagonist from the love-triangle, freeing the narrative to explore the evolving dynamics among Will, Electra, RJ (Brayan Nicoletti), and Dylan (Sydney Bullock). Ridge also announces that Electra will assume control of the Forrester jewelry line, shifting the company’s internal power dynamics. Production has concealed Brewer’s pregnancy with bulky coats and selective camera angles, preserving continuity while the actress is off-screen. The open-ended departure leaves narrative space for a future return, maintaining storyline flexibility.
Official Statements & Responses
In a February interview on *Something to Talk About*, Brewer said that working while pregnant felt like a gift, allowing her to stay immersed in her craft while the weeks passed quickly. The series’ producers have not issued a formal comment, but the on-screen handling of Ivy’s exit reflects an effort to integrate Brewer’s real-life circumstances without disrupting ongoing plots.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Working pregnant is such a gift because I get to not think about being pregnant for a really long stretch of time,” — Ashleigh Brewer, actress
- “I was wrong,” — Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer)
- “I’m sorry. I’ll go.” — Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer)
- “But I will be back.” — Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer)
- “Make no mistake about that, Daphne.” — Ivy Forrester (Ashleigh Brewer)
What’s Next
Producers have indicated that Ivy may reappear after Brewer’s maternity period, leaving the character’s return ambiguous. In the meantime, the show will focus on the fallout of Ivy’s schemes, the rekindling of Will and Electra’s relationship, and RJ’s continued pursuit of Electra.
