YR Theo returns to Genoa and announces that he is Jack and Diane’s biological son – Kyle is adopted.
YR Theo returns to Genoa and announces that he is Jack and Diane’s biological son – Kyle is adopted.

Y&R Spoilers: Theo Returns to Genoa and Stuns Everyone — He’s Jack and Diane’s Biological Son, Kyle Is Adopted!
In a jaw-dropping twist that’s bound to shake Genoa City to its core, Theo Vanderway has made a dramatic return — and he’s not coming back quietly. In the latest episodes of The Young and the Restless, Theo drops a truth bomb that no one saw coming: he is the biological son of Jack Abbott and Diane Jenkins, not Kyle. Even more shocking, he claims that Kyle Abbott was adopted and has been living a lie his entire life.
Theo’s Shocking Revelation
The drama unfolds at Society, where Theo surprises everyone by crashing a private Abbott family gathering. Tensions rise when he stands up, raises his glass, and calmly announces, “I didn’t come back for trouble. I came back for the truth. I’m not just a Vanderway — I’m Jack and Diane’s biological son.”
The silence in the room was deafening. Jack nearly drops his drink. Diane freezes. Kyle laughs nervously at first — until Theo pulls out a sealed envelope, containing DNA test results and a birth certificate that supports his stunning claim.
Diane’s Dark Past Resurfaces
Diane Jenkins, long known for her web of secrets and manipulations, looks visibly shaken. Jack demands answers, and Diane finally confesses: years ago, while she was dealing with intense pressure and scrutiny, she gave birth to twin boys. One was adopted out under mysterious circumstances — and she never told Jack.
“I thought I was protecting everyone,” she says through tears. “Theo was taken from me before I even got a chance to hold him. I was young, afraid, and I made a terrible decision.”
Kyle’s World Falls Apart
For Kyle Abbott, the revelation is devastating. Everything he thought he knew about his life is now in question. Not only is his identity under fire, but so is his place within the Abbott family — and the company.
“How am I supposed to believe this?” Kyle yells. “You let me believe I was your only son. You lied to me my whole life!”
Jack, equally heartbroken, tries to keep the family from imploding. “Kyle, you are my son in every way that matters. But if this is true… we need time to understand it.”
Theo’s Motivation: Revenge or Redemption?
While Theo claims he’s back for the truth and not revenge, some are questioning his motives. Is he truly seeking connection and justice — or does he have a hidden agenda to take over the Abbott empire?
Ashley and Billy are skeptical, with Billy saying, “Theo’s always been ambitious. If he’s really Jack’s son, he’s now a legal heir. That means a share of Jabot, a seat at the table, and a chance to take Kyle’s place.”
Meanwhile, Summer is caught in the middle — unsure whether to support her husband Kyle or hear out Theo, her former flame.
What’s Next for the Abbotts?
With DNA tests in hand and Diane confirming parts of Theo’s story, it appears this bombshell is real. But what happens next? Will Jack legally recognize Theo as his son? Will Kyle be forced to step aside at Jabot? And how will Diane repair the immense damage caused by this long-buried secret?
One thing is certain: the Abbott family will never be the same again. As Jack grapples with newfound fatherhood and Kyle questions his identity, fans can expect explosive confrontations, shifting alliances, and emotional breakdowns in the weeks to come.
Stay tuned to The Young and the Restless — because this family feud is just getting started.