Brooke’s Shocking New Love Interest EXPOSED! Is Ridge’s Reign OVER? Ridge’s Heart Wants Brooke! | Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers

Things are heating up again on The Bold and the Beautiful, and Ridge Forrester finds himself right back where he’s most conflicted—caught between the two women who’ve shaped his romantic life for decades: Taylor Hayes and Brooke Logan. While Ridge may say he’s committed to Taylor, his heart is clearly playing a different tune—and Eric Forrester is doing everything in his power to remind him where he truly belongs.

On the April 30th episode, Ridge wrestles with Eric’s not-so-subtle nudges. Eric has been championing Brooke from the sidelines, firmly believing she’s the woman Ridge should be with. His latest move? Dressing Brooke in a dazzling gown for the Portofino fashion event—a callback to their unforgettable past. That jaw-dropping moment left Ridge completely breathless. And now, he can’t seem to shake the image of Brooke strutting down the runway in that stunning ensemble. It reignited something in him… something he’s not ready to admit out loud.

But Ridge is trying to be different this time. He’s tired of the predictable pattern—running back to Brooke every time things sour with Taylor. So, even though his heart might be screaming “Brooke,” he’s doing his best to stick by Taylor. He’s not ready to break her heart again, at least not yet. Still, the more time he spends thinking about Brooke, the more the lines blur. Eric’s gentle manipulation and reminders of Ridge’s early days with Brooke are taking a toll, and flashbacks of their rich romantic history aren’t helping matters.

Meanwhile, Katie Logan is stirring up her own trouble elsewhere. She’s not minding her own business—instead, she’s locking horns with Daphne Rose. After catching Daphne kissing Carter Walton and hearing her chat with Zende Forrester, Katie becomes convinced that Daphne is a plant sent by Steffy Forrester Finnegan to sabotage Hope Logan’s relationship. Katie’s protective instincts flare up, and she confronts Daphne, warning her to stay away from Carter. But Daphne isn’t intimidated—she scoffs at Katie’s threats and declares she’ll do whatever it takes to get Carter, brushing off the Logan women’s interference.

The chaos only deepens as Eric pulls back the curtain on his motives. Turns out, the Portofino gown and Brooke’s involvement in the show weren’t Brooke’s ideas—they were Eric’s. He deliberately orchestrated the grand finale to force Ridge to confront his unresolved feelings. And while Steffy accused Brooke of overstepping, she was stunned to discover that Eric was behind it all. Eric wanted to remind Ridge of what he once had—and what he could have again. His belief that Ridge only chose Taylor out of anger and confusion over Brooke’s past actions adds another layer of emotional complexity.

Eric may have spun the situation as a business move—tying the old Forrester legacy with the new generation—but no one’s fooled, least of all Steffy. She sees right through the charade and confronts Eric, who maintains that Ridge’s happiness lies with Brooke. And in a poetic twist, Steffy finds herself outplayed at her own game. She’s long tried to steer Ridge away from Brooke and back toward Taylor, but now Eric’s playing chess while she’s still on checkers.

As for Ridge, he’s stuck in emotional quicksand. His romantic future feels more uncertain than ever. While he leans toward loyalty with Taylor, he still can’t ignore the lingering feelings for Brooke. And with rumors swirling of Nick Marone’s return in June, Brooke’s own future may take a dramatic detour.

For now, Ridge considers proposing to Taylor—not necessarily out of love, but out of a desire to make a definitive choice and silence the noise. A recent live stream hinted at a possible wedding, and Ridge is expected to put an engagement ring on Taylor’s finger soon. He hopes this move will prove his commitment not just to Taylor, but to himself, Brooke, and everyone else watching from the sidelines.

But Brooke isn’t giving up so easily. She still believes that she and Ridge are meant to be. She’s hopeful, especially after the stunning fashion moment reignited old flames. However, that optimism may soon be dashed, particularly if Ridge follows through on a wedding with Taylor. Brooke might be setting herself up for heartbreak—again.

Elsewhere in Los Angeles, drama continues to unfold. Hope Logan is about to be blindsided by a romantic twist, just as her mother faces a new wave of devastation. Hope’s relationship with Carter Walton is teetering, thanks in part to Daphne Rose’s manipulations, which Katie uncovers and exposes. Once Carter and Hope learn the truth—that Daphne and Steffy were scheming to tear them apart—it could change everything.

Hope, in a surprising twist, gets advice from her ex, Liam Spencer, who encourages her to reconnect with Carter. It’s an odd source of encouragement, but Hope takes it seriously—especially as she learns more about Daphne’s underhanded tactics. Carter, blindsided by the betrayal, may finally see Hope in a new light again. And as for Daphne? She could be packing her bags soon, especially if the backlash becomes too overwhelming.

Meanwhile, Luna Nozawa sets her sights on Will Spencer, despite his relationship with Electra Forrester. Will is hesitant to take the next step, while Luna, backed by the ever-scheming Sheila Sharpe, is ready to make her move. Expect a few bold, potentially scandalous moments as Luna works her way into Will’s heart—and possibly his bed.

Back to Brooke: despite everything, she remains hopeful that her love story with Ridge isn’t over. But with Ridge doubling down on Taylor, her hopes might soon come crashing down. Unless, of course, Nick’s return offers a fresh start and a distraction from her heartache.

So, is Ridge’s reign as Brooke’s one true love really over? Or is this just another chapter in their long, complicated saga? Stay tuned to The Bold and the Beautiful to find out whether Ridge’s heart truly belongs to Taylor—or if Brooke is still the woman who holds his soul. One thing’s for certain: the battle for Ridge’s heart is far from over.