Next week on The Bold and the Beautiful promises a whirlwind of emotional confrontations, shifting loyalties, and family tensions that threaten to erupt into full-scale disaster. At the heart of the chaos is Ridge, who finds himself making choices that could fracture the Forrester family in ways no one expects. While Eric’s health crisis continues to cast a long shadow over everyone involved, the growing conflict over how he should be treated—and who should make those decisions—sets the stage for a dramatic, pressure-filled week in Los Angeles.

Ridge has been under immense emotional weight ever since Eric’s condition began to decline. His desire to step in as protector, leader, and decision-maker has led him down a path where he’s taking on more responsibility than anyone asked of him. But next week, viewers will see him push Eric harder than ever before—physically, emotionally, and creatively. Ridge believes that Eric’s talent, legacy, and pride are the only things keeping him going. With that mindset, he may push his father into working, designing, and expressing himself in ways that Eric isn’t fully prepared for. Ridge is convinced it’s a loving gesture, but others see danger in it.

Brooke, of course, is caught in the middle. She wants Ridge to do what’s right for Eric but also knows that pushing too hard could backfire. Brooke has always been the emotional voice in Ridge’s life, the one who tempers his stubborn tendencies. Next week, she will attempt to soften his approach, reminding him that Eric’s strength comes not from pressure but from support and compassion. Whether Ridge listens is another story entirely.

Meanwhile, Donna’s world is unraveling. She has dedicated every moment of her life to caring for Eric and shielding him from stress. Watching Ridge step in and make bold decisions—particularly decisions she believes Eric isn’t ready for—frightens her. Donna fears Ridge is overcompensating, projecting his own guilt and anxiety onto a man who needs peace, not pressure. Expect emotional scenes as Donna confronts Ridge and pleads for him to slow down before real damage is done.

Adding even more tension to the Forrester family saga is the spreading whisper that Eric may not be as stable as Ridge claims. Some characters are beginning to notice inconsistencies in the glowing reports Ridge keeps giving. His insistence that everything is “under control” raises eyebrows, particularly among Steffy and Finn. Steffy, with her CEO instincts, senses something is off. Finn, with his medical background, becomes increasingly suspicious when Ridge dismisses concerns too quickly. The possibility that Ridge is hiding the true extent of Eric’s condition becomes a major talking point.

Outside of the Eric-Ridge showdown, chaos spreads into other corners of the show. Thomas and Hope continue to navigate their complicated relationship, but next week brings new obstacles. Thomas is determined to prove he has changed, while Hope struggles with the fear that everyone around her—particularly Brooke—will judge her for stepping back into a romance with him. Their scenes next week focus on trust, vulnerability, and what it means to start over in a world where everyone is watching and waiting for their next mistake.

Liam, naturally, inserts himself into the narrative. Still reeling from losing Hope, he cannot resist needling her about her connection with Thomas. Liam’s frustration intensifies when he learns that Hope is spending more time at Forrester Creations, including moments alone with Thomas in the design office. Liam’s jealousy simmers until it finally boils over, leading to a dramatic confrontation that complicates an already messy situation.

At the same time, Dollar Bill makes a surprising appearance in the week’s storyline. Though he isn’t directly connected to the Eric crisis or the Thomas-Hope dynamic, his presence hints at a larger plot brewing. Bill has unfinished business with several characters, and next week suggests he may be preparing his next big move—one that could disrupt alliances and bring long-buried secrets to the surface.

The week’s chaos peaks when Ridge’s push to motivate Eric spirals out of his control. In his determination to bring his father “back to life,” Ridge may accidentally push him too far. Eric’s body is fragile, and any stress, even creative pressure, could trigger a setback. The moment Eric experiences a sudden wave of exhaustion or disorientation, the entire room shifts. Donna panics, Ridge second-guesses himself, and the Forrester family finds itself staring at the consequences of too much ambition and not enough caution.

By the end of the week, nothing will feel resolved. Ridge’s relationship with Eric hangs in the balance. Donna’s faith is shaken. Steffy and Finn begin asking harder questions. Hope and Thomas face external pressure from every direction. Liam grows more desperate. And Bill, quietly observing, prepares to strike at the perfect moment.

The stage is set for a powerful stretch of episodes—full of emotional twists, family conflict, and the kind of high-stakes drama that has defined The Bold and the Beautiful for decades.