2026 is a time for fresh starts and romance on The Young and the Restless. Many of these Genoa City couples have been apart for a long time. However, the new year might see them on the journey toward an anticipated reunion.

Key Takeaways

• Lily might be ready to forgive her ex-husband.
• Family problems could reunite Sharon and Nick.
• Sienna faces competition for Noah.
• A newly single Kyle might reunite with his ex.

In the Right Lane

2025 marked the beginning of a potential Lane reunion with Cane’s (Billy Flynn) return. However, Cane’s plan of reuniting with Lily (Christel Khalil) isn’t going so well. Lily has rejected his multiple attempts at reconciliation and pushed him into Phyllis’ (Michelle Stafford) arms.

But now Lily is regretting her attitude toward Cane. She sees that he’s making an effort to change and wants to do right by her and their kids. Lily’s change of heart will give Cane renewed hope and make him more eager to win her back. While 2025 was a bumpy road, 2026 could be a smoother path for Lane.

A Shick Miracle

Y&R has been hinting at a potential Sharon (Sharon Case) and Nick (Joshua Morrow) reunion for a while. Shick fans have been anxiously awaiting to see when and if their favorite couple will get back together. Recent events involving their family could set up Shick’s next reunion.

Sharon and Nick have been through plenty of turmoil in the last year. Their latest troubles involve Matt’s (Roger Howarth) return and him targeting their son, Noah (Lucas Adams). While Matt’s tried to destroy Shick countless times, the couple has come out stronger than ever.

Matt’s reign of terror has already brought Shick together as they fight to protect their family. Once the couple finally takes down Matt, everything should return to normal for Sharon and Nick. And hopefully, this will also lead to the much-anticipated Shick reunion that’s long overdue.