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10 Times The Young and the Restless had famous celebrities as guest stars
Set in the fictional land of Genoa City, the Young and the Restless has been telling the stories of a set of characters – all rich and powerful. Their stories have always been about the fight for either love or power. But every once in a while, Y&R has introduced new characters to give some twists to the storylines. In this video, we will be talking about ten times Y&R had famous celebrities grace the canvas as guest stars. Let’s take a look back at these memorable guest appearances in Y&R history.
Sean Young
Sean Young is an iconic actress, who ruled the roost in Hollywood during the 80s and early 90s. Young is best known for her performances in films like Blade Runner, Stripes, and Fatal Instinct. In 2010, she joined the Y&R cast, playing the recurring role of Meggie McClaine. She appeared in a total of 45 episodes until 2011.
Trace Adkins
Country music star Trace Adkins appeared on Y&R in 2008. He appeared as himself to promote his album X.
Adkins has made guest appearances in several other TV shows while he has also acted in various movies. He was last seen playing the role of Corbin Dandrige in the 2019 movie, Badland.
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Little Richard
Late iconic singer, Richard Wayne Penniman, best known by his stage name Little Richard, appeared in Y&R in 2008 as himself. He appeared during the special episode when Gloria got married to Jeffrey Bardwell in Las Vegas. He passed away on May 9, 2020.
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Il Divo
Il Divo is a famous pop-opera band, formed in 2004. In 2006, at the height of their fame, the four band members appeared in an episode of Y&R to promote their then freshly released album, Siempre. The band’s latest album, Timeless, dropped in 2018.
George Takei
Star Trek famed actor George Takei appeared on Y&R in 2003, playing the role of Rev. Daniel Tanaka. He appeared in the episode in which Neil Winters got married to Drucilla.
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Smokey Robinson
Smokey Robinson is another pop musician to have graced the Y&R canvas. The singer/songwriter appeared on Y&R in a 2004 episode playing himself. He was involved in the storyline featuring J.T. and Colleen.
George Kennedy
The late actor, George Kennedy, debuted on the Young and the Restless in 2003. He played the role of Albert Miller for three episodes in 2003, after which the character was killed off. Later, in 2010, he once again reprised the role of Miller on Y&R but this time as a ghostly vision.
Kennedy passed away on February 28, 2016, just 10 days after his 91st birthday.
David Hasselhoff
David Hasselhoff, also known as The Hoff, played the role of Dr. Snapper Foster on Y&R from 1975 to 1982.
The actor/musician returned to Y&R 30 years later for a five-episode arc.
Hoff, who has played the role of Michael Knight on Knight Rider and Mitch Buchannon in Baywatch, holds the Guinness World Record for being the most-watched man on TV.
Enrique Iglesias
The singer of hit pop songs like Do You Know and Hero, Enrique Iglesias appeared on Y&R in 2007. He appeared as himself to promote his then freshly released album, Insomniac.
Katy Perry
Pop singer and the ex-judge of American Idol, Katy Perry, appeared as herself on Y&R in 2008. She had just released her breakthrough album, One of the Boys, shortly before her Y&R appearance. She had appeared during a photoshoot for the show’s magazine, Restless Style.