Valentine’s week may have ended, but love is still in the air! Fans of The Young and the Restless have been eager to learn how their favorite stars celebrated the occasion. But beyond the romance, there’s a bigger question looming—where is Mark Grossman, and why isn’t he filming on Y&R? Stay with us as we uncover the details about his unexpected absence.

Let’s start with beloved Y&R alum Mishael Morgan, known for playing both Hilary and Amanda. To mark the occasion, she decided to bake some healthy Valentine’s coconut cookies for her little ones. Sharing her recipe on Instagram, she also revealed a hilarious memory from her time on Y&R. Growing up, she always thought “Valentine’s Day” was pronounced “ValenTIME’s Day” because that’s how her dad said it. This led to an awkward moment on set when she casually mentioned it, only for the producers to quickly correct her. To this day, she admits she still catches herself saying it the wrong way!

Meanwhile, Courtney Hope also had a reason to celebrate, though not in the way most people might expect. Instead of a romantic evening, she marked a special milestone—her dog Miss Stevie Nicks’ birthday! Posting a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, she shared photos of her furry companion, who turned 16. Hope couldn’t contain her excitement, calling her pup her “Valentine’s love bug” and thanking Fluffle Studios for capturing the moment with a professional photoshoot.

Now, onto the biggest news—Mark Grossman’s sudden disappearance from Y&R! The actor, who plays the ever-complicated Adam Newman, appears to be taking a break from filming. On February 17, he surprised fans with a series of Instagram stories revealing his latest adventure—he’s in Japan! His first post featured a sign welcoming visitors in multiple languages, confirming his arrival. He then shared a snapshot of Shinjuku, a bustling part of Tokyo, before wrapping up with a mouth-watering bowl of ramen, clearly enjoying the local flavors.

But with Mark away from the Y&R set, what does this mean for Adam Newman? Will his absence lead to major storyline shifts? Could this be a sign that he’s stepping back for good? While there’s no official confirmation, fans can’t help but speculate about what’s next for his character.

For now, all we can do is wait and see if Mark’s time away is just a short break or something more permanent. Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to like and subscribe for the latest Y&R spoilers!