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John Abbott, played primarily by Jerry Douglas, was introduced on The Young and The Restless in 1980. He is the founder of Jabot Cosmetics in Genoa City. He was a prominent character until his role was written off from the show in 2006.
His character was introduced as a single father to his three adolescent children. In 1972, his wife and high school sweetheart Dina Mergeron left him. As a result, John's children grew up mostly with the help of their maid, Mamie Johnson.
As the patriarch of the Abbott family, John's life was complex involving professional rivalries and personal tragedies. Even after his death in 2006, John's character kept making appearances on the show in a spirit form or hallucination to guide his kids during tough times.
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Life of John Abbott in Genoa City on The Young and The Restless
John has three children, Jack Abbott, Ashely Abbott, and Traci Abbott with his first wife Dina on The Young and The Restless. Ashely isn't John's biological child - she was born out of an affair Dina had with Brent Davis. However, John wasn't aware of this fact and loved her as his own.
John focussed on preparing Jack and Ashely to take over the business after him. Both the kids graduated from prestigious schools. Once Jack took over the business, John and he often clashed about business decisions. Traci, on the other hand, became a best-selling novelist and lived in New York City.
The truth about Ashley's parentage was revealed to her by Brent on his deathbed. A dying Brent confessed to Ashley that he was her father. However, John and Traci never got to know the truth.
John's relationships on The Young and The Restless
John fell for a much younger Jill Foster in the show. His son Jack was against the relationship as he and the others assumed Jill was after John's money. Despite, the warnings he married Jill. Later her affair with Jack caused John to have a stroke and he divorced her.
After Jill, John dated Joanna Manning and Jessica Blair Grainger, but neither of the relationships lasted. Both relationships ended tragically, one with Jessica's death.
John's last marriage was with Gloria Fisher. This marriage was covered with deception as Gloria concealed her past from John. But John forgave her for her lies and accepted her.
Death of John on The Young and The Restless
John's death on The Young and The Restless came as a shock to the fans in 2006. John's lack of presence on the show started after his imprisonment for accidentally killing Tom Fisher. He started abusing drugs and his health deteriorated.
John suffered another stroke and this time went into a vegetative state. His family decided to honor John's DNR and let him pass away peacefully. He was surrounded by his loved ones while his last wish was honored.
Following his death, it was revealed that he had excluded Gloria from his will. To add more drama, her marriage with John was declared invalid as she was still legally married to Tom. This gave rise to a legal battle between Gloria and the Abbott family.
Afterlife of John on The Young and The Restless
John continued appearing on The Young and The Restless even after his death. His spirit or hallucination was a recurring character on the show. His spirit helped his children navigate through life by offering them advice when they needed them the most.
John's spirit helped Jack to sort out ethical and personal dilemmas and also helped Ashely. In 2015, when Ashley was suffering from a brain aneurysm, John visited her which helped comfort her.
John last appeared on the show to help Jack when he was dealing with the aftermath of Billy and Phyllis's affair. He encouraged Jack to forgive them and move past it.
Even in death, John played a vital part in the lives of the ones he loved. This proved his love for the family and their deep connection with him.
John's journey on the show was filled with tragedies but that never stopped him from being the loving father he was. His legacy continues as the family continues to honor him.
