In the episode of The Bold and the Beautiful, aired on January 9, 2024, Taylor and Ridge spent a romantic evening together, which brought them closer. Ridge surprised Taylor with a special gift he had made while working at Forrester Creations.
Meanwhile, Steffy came up with a plan to take back control of the family company from Carter and Hope. At the same time, Brooke shared her feelings with Hope, as she struggled with Ridge’s growing attention toward Taylor. Hope advised Brooke to focus on the company’s new direction, even though Brooke and Ridge were still at odds.
Meanwhile, Steffy told Finn about her plan to break up the partnership between Carter and Hope. Overall, the episode had a blend of heartfelt moments with business conflicts, hinting at new twists.
The Bold and the Beautiful recap for the episode aired on Thursday, January 9, 2025
Taylor and Ridge reignite their romance
At the Forrester mansion on The Bold and the Beautiful, Ridge planned a special evening for Taylor to show his love. He gave her a dress he had designed before he was forced out of the company. Taylor was touched by his gesture and wore the dress, joining Ridge downstairs, who was decked up in a suit.
They enjoyed their dinner in the living room, where Ridge thanked Taylor for her constant support to him and their family. The night ended with a slow dance and a kiss. Taylor reflected on how far they had come, sharing how much Ridge’s presence had meant during her recent health scare.
Brooke struggles with Ridge's absence
At Forrester Creations on The Bold and the Beautiful, Brooke opened up to Hope about feeling hurt and betrayed. She shared her doubts about being CEO, especially since Ridge had chosen Taylor over her.
Hope comforted her mom, saying Ridge was just trying to make her feel bad for supporting Carter’s ambitious plans for the company. Brooke still felt torn and upset about how Ridge’s absence was affecting both her personal and professional life.
Even though Hope encouraged her to focus on the bright future of the company, Brooke couldn’t stop thinking about Ridge. She wondered if he had always wanted to be with Taylor, leaving her feeling sidelined.
Steffy’s bold plan to reclaim Forrester
At the cliff house on The Bold and the Beautiful, Steffy told Finn that she was determined to take back control of Forrester Creations from Carter and Hope. She shared her plan to use Daphne Rose, a perfurmer, for influencing Carter. Steffy believed Daphne could charm Carter, causing tension between him and Hope.
Steffy, inspired by her grandmother Stephanie’s strength, was ready to do whatever it took to protect her family’s legacy. Finn asked for more details, and Steffy told him the plan was already in motion. She believed her calculated approach would catch Carter and Hope off guard, giving the Forresters an upper hand.
Steffy supports Taylor’s happiness
While talking to Taylor on the phone, Steffy hoped Taylor’s evening with Ridge had been as special as she imagined. After hearing about their dinner, Steffy shared her excitement with Finn, saying it seemed like Ridge and Taylor were reconnecting.
Taylor and Ridge’s emotional evening, Brooke’s inner conflict, and Steffy’s clever plans all came together in an episode that reflected the drama in Los Angeles.
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