“She has her own army” — The Young and the Restless fans react to all Sharon’s exes coming to her rescue

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In The Young and the Restless, Sharon's current predicament unleashed a snowball of online reactions from fans worldwide. A recent series of events in the storyline has viewers talking about her influence on the men in her life, harking back to the many ex-boyfriends who now rush to save her.

Debates over nostalgic style and criticisms over writing have greeted the show's new direction. The preview video of the show itself particularly caught the attention of fans, which showed Sharon's tragic situation and characters working hard to save her.

Fans had some sharp insights about relationship dynamics of Sharon with one commenting on The Young and The Restless Facebook fan page,

"She has her own army."

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The comments started flooding when a The Young and The Restless fan posted a post on the page:

This statement had many viewers jokingly comment that Sharon could unite her old flames to support her in need. Others stated that this was proof of being loved among The Young and The Restless fans.

Many fans appreciated the storyline because it proved that Sharon still has an appeal and inspires loyalty, but others found the "damsel in distress" trope annoying. Fans also mentioned how the exes appeared to help her in need even when no one asked for help.

However, not everyone was pleased. A few viewers complained about what they felt was a repetitive plot device. They criticized the writers for relying on Sharon's romantic history to drive the story forward, expressing a desire to see her depicted as a more self-reliant character.

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There was also a small debate among fans regarding which of Sharon's exes would rise to save her. For example, some fans were campaigning for Nick and Adam to play major roles in rescuing Sharon, while others bemoaned the absence of Billy and Jack.

These differences of opinion highlight how much people still care about Sharon's past relationships.

Recent developments involving Sharon on The Young and The Restless

On the December 30 episode of The Young and the Restless, Sharon Newman was kidnapped by Jordan at the order of Ian Ward and kept unconscious in a seedy motel. In Ian's sinister plan, Sharon is in grave danger, held at the mercy of two nefarious villains. Meanwhile, Faith Newman, Mariah Copeland, and Nick Newman are unaware of Sharon's situation, as they are more concerned with Ian's return to Genoa City.

As the Newman family celebrates New Year's Eve on The Young and The Restless, Faith notices Sharon's absence but assumes it's voluntary. Unaware of the abduction, they continue their festivities while Sharon struggles for her survival. Nick and Mariah become determined to locate her as Victor Newman begins uncovering Ian's manipulations.

Sharon's struggle to escape from her captors tests her resolve, while Victor works to disassemble Ian's plans. With time running out, her loved ones are racing against the clock to find her before it's too late.

Sharon's situation remains the focus of the plot as Nick, Adam, and Chance combine their efforts to find her. Nick's desperation to save Sharon has been a driving force in the plot, underscoring their enduring connection despite their relationship's ups and downs.

Meanwhile, Adam's involvement has reignited discussions about his complex history with Sharon, leaving fans divided over whether his motivations are purely altruistic or rooted in unresolved feelings.

Outside of Sharon's immediate crisis, the Newman family's struggle with Ian Ward adds tension. Victor's protective instincts flare as he devises plans to take down Ian, which catches Adam and Nikki in the crossfire of his schemes. This subplot ties into Sharon's storyline and brings longstanding rivalries and alliances to the forefront.

Fans can watch The Young and The Restless on CBS.

Edited by Ivanna Lalsangzuali