The Young and the Restless: Is Cane the Next Victor Newman?
The Young and the Restless is teasing a dangerous new power shift in Genoa City, with Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn) stepping into ruthless territory that has longtime fans drawing comparisons to none other than Victor Newman (Eric Braeden).
Playing with Fire
Cane has quickly built himself into a billionaire, not through inheritance like Jack Abbott, but through his own cunning business moves. He has scooped up companies, snapped up properties, and now has his eyes set on even more power.
Armed with advanced A.I. software capable of hacking into rival firms, Cane has the tools to dismantle Genoa City’s most established companies from the inside. But unlike Victor, who often works alone, Cane has created his own alliance — his version of the “Newman empire.” His partners? Amanda (Mishael Morgan), Phyllis (Michelle Stafford), and Michael (Christian LeBlanc).
No business is safe, and Cane’s thirst for dominance is growing.
A Family Man or a Tyrant?
Like Victor, Cane insists he’s putting family first, trying to repair his fractured personal life while pursuing power. But his methods — and his ambition — are raising alarms.
On Friday’s episode, Michael challenged him about his shady dealings, only to be met with Cane’s cold fury. Cane didn’t just dismiss Michael’s concerns — he made it clear he’s ready to bulldoze anyone who gets in his way.
Lauren’s Fear: A Young Victor in the Making
Lauren Baldwin (Tracey Bregman) is especially unsettled by Cane’s influence. With Michael working alongside him, she fears her husband is tied to a man becoming more like Victor Newman every day — ruthless, unstoppable, and unbothered by legal or moral lines.
Cane doesn’t just want success. He wants domination. And if history has taught Genoa City anything, a man with that kind of hunger can either build a dynasty — or burn everything down.