The death of Eric Forrester didn’t just mark the end of a fashion dynasty’s patriarch—it cracked the very foundation of Forrester Creations and ignited a full-scale war among the heirs left behind. Eric’s passing shocked not only the Forrester family but also the global fashion world. But in the aftermath, what was expected to be a time of mourning quickly turned into a battleground of ambition, betrayal, and legacy.

It all began on what seemed to be a peaceful evening at the Forrester estate. The family had gathered for a traditional dinner, unaware that it would be Eric’s last. As the family laughed and chatted about upcoming shows and business plans, Eric suddenly collapsed at the table. Despite desperate attempts to revive him, he was gone. The heart and soul of Forrester Creations had vanished in an instant.

His funeral was still being planned when the family was summoned by Eric’s lawyer for the reading of the will. What they expected to be a formal, albeit emotional, affair turned into a powder keg. To everyone’s surprise, Eric had left most of his personal wealth to the company itself and to fashion scholarships. But that wasn’t the real shocker.

In a stunning twist, Eric’s will named both Ridge and Steffy as co-leaders of Forrester Creations—but with one major condition. If they couldn’t cooperate or come to joint decisions, leadership would fall to Thomas Forrester, Ridge’s unpredictable son. The family was stunned. Ridge, who had been Eric’s right hand for decades, felt blindsided. Steffy, always the confident executive, was insulted. And Thomas? Well, Thomas quietly began plotting his next move.

The news set off a chain reaction of conflict and mistrust. Ridge and Steffy, already burdened by past disagreements, found themselves unable to agree on the company’s future. Thomas watched from the sidelines, aware that every clash between them brought him one step closer to the CEO seat.

And then came the board meeting.

As the family’s in-fighting reached a boiling point, the Forrester board of directors was forced to step in. Tensions were high as Ridge and Steffy made passionate cases to maintain control. But in a shocking decision, the board handed leadership to Thomas, naming him CEO, with Ridge and Steffy demoted to co-chairs under his leadership. The family was stunned—and fractured beyond repair.

But just as the dust from that bombshell began to settle, another explosive twist emerged from the unlikeliest of sources: Donna Logan.

Eric’s widow and longtime love, Donna had never been a central figure in the family’s business affairs. She had supported Eric from the sidelines, loved him genuinely, and remained loyal through thick and thin. But now, she was done playing background roles. Donna came forward with a legal bombshell: as Eric’s legal wife, she claimed rightful inheritance over his personal and business assets.

Donna’s bold declaration sent fresh shockwaves through the family. At a charged family gathering, she stood firm: “I am Eric’s wife. This company is as much mine as it is anyone’s. It’s time we stop pretending the Logans were never part of this legacy.”

Ridge was the first to react, his face red with disbelief. “This is a Forrester business,” he snapped. “You may have been married to my father, but that doesn’t make you a Forrester.”

But Donna didn’t flinch. “No, Ridge,” she said, locking eyes with him, “I’m a Logan. And the Logans have bled for this company too. It’s time for change. It’s time this company reflects both legacies. I’m rebranding it—starting now. Forrester Creations will become Logan Creations.”

The room went silent. Donna’s announcement wasn’t just bold—it was seismic. Rebranding the iconic Forrester Creations? It was unthinkable. But Donna wasn’t bluffing. She had legal standing, a paper trail, and a growing number of allies both inside and outside the company.

Steffy, incensed, lashed out: “You can’t just erase my grandfather’s name from the company he built from scratch!”

Donna calmly responded, “I’m not erasing history, Steffy. I’m evolving it. Eric believed in progress, in honoring those who supported him. And I supported him. Through every triumph and every storm. I stood by his side, even when I was told my place was behind the scenes. Not anymore.”

Even Thomas, ever the opportunist, saw Donna’s momentum and began considering his options. “Maybe this is what the company needs,” he mused aloud. “A real merger of legacies. A reimagined brand that includes the Logan name.”

Steffy wasn’t having it. “You’re not talking about evolution—you’re talking about a takeover!”

But Donna held her ground. “You can see it that way if you want. But I’m stepping forward not to divide us further—but to build a future. Logan Creations will be a symbol of strength, vision, and unity. If the Forester name means history, the Logan name means transformation. And we need both.”

As the board began to assess Donna’s claim, insiders leaked whispers of legal proceedings, rebranding meetings, and even a possible public announcement. Donna’s plan wasn’t just theoretical—it was moving fast.

Ridge, desperate to stop what he called a “corporate coup,” began exploring ways to block Donna. Legal challenges, appeals, even trying to sway the board back in his favor. Steffy aligned with him, putting aside her differences—for now. They couldn’t let Donna erase the Forrester identity.

But Donna wasn’t backing down. “This company was born from Eric’s brilliance,” she said during a private board meeting. “But it’s my responsibility now to ensure it doesn’t die in a storm of infighting. I will take it forward, with or without your blessing.”

With tensions peaking, it was clear that the battle for Forrester Creations was no longer just about business. It was about legacy. About family. About power.

Eric’s death may have been the spark, but Donna’s rise had lit a wildfire. And as the company prepared for a possible transformation into Logan Creations, the question remained: could a company built by one family survive under the banner of another?

The future of the fashion empire hung in the balance. And in this bold, emotional, and unpredictable war of names, bloodlines, and ambition—Donna Logan had just changed the game.