Buckle up, Bold fans — next week’s episodes (August 11–15) deliver a one-two punch of betrayal and bombshells. From a twisted medical scam unraveling in spectacular fashion to a jaw-dropping moment when Taylor Hayes is caught in the arms of a secret lover, this week in Los Angeles will be anything but calm. And with Ridge Forrester halfway across the world in Italy rekindling things with Brooke, Steffy finds herself at the center of one of the most shocking discoveries of her life.

Grace Buckingham’s Shocking Confession Rocks Liam & Hope

The week kicks off with Dr. Grace Buckingham’s long-suspected scheme finally blowing up in her face. After weeks of dancing around the truth, John “Finn” Finnegan corners Grace and forces her to confess to Liam Spencer and Hope Logan what really happened with Liam’s brain cancer diagnosis.

What starts as a concerned update turns into a nightmare when Grace blurts out the unthinkable — Liam never had brain cancer at all. The tumor on his scans? Completely fabricated. The surgery? Fake. The symptoms? Induced by medication she prescribed to make him believe he was dying.

The motive? A cool million dollars to pay off the dangerous debt collectors hounding her because of her ex-husband Reese Buckingham’s gambling problem.

Liam’s relief at surviving a “terminal illness” turns to pure rage as the truth sinks in. Hope is equally horrified, slapping Grace in a fit of fury and accusing her of playing god with Liam’s life. Grace sobs, claiming she did it to protect her daughters Paris and Zoe, but Finn isn’t buying the justification. As far as he’s concerned, Grace crossed a line she can’t uncross — and the fallout is only just beginning.

Bill Spencer Left Staggered — Katie Steps In

Meanwhile, Bill Spencer reels from learning the woman he credited with “saving” Liam’s life was running a scam. Katie Logan is there to comfort him, but she doesn’t hold back in pointing out that Bill’s tendency to trust the wrong people has landed him — and his loved ones — in danger yet again.

Katie’s steady presence could reignite old sparks between the two, but Bill’s temper is running high. Whether he seeks justice against Grace or tries to bury the scandal to protect Liam’s emotional well-being remains to be seen.

Sheila Carter Sniffs Out Another Secret

While chaos swirls in one part of L.A., Sheila Carter is quietly piecing together a dangerous puzzle of her own. Her latest target? Lee Finnegan — and the truth about Luna’s “death.”

After finding suspicious medications in Lee’s belongings, Sheila pushes her way into Lee’s home. One ripped curtain later, Sheila gets her answer — Luna is alive, hidden away in Lee’s care. This explosive discovery could set off another round of blackmail, manipulation, and power plays, because if Sheila has leverage, she’s going to use it.

Ridge & Brooke’s Romantic Italian Rescue

Across the globe in Italy, Ridge Forrester proves that old habits — and old flames — die hard. When Brooke is tossed into the Mediterranean under mysterious circumstances, Ridge leaps into action, dragging her to safety and performing CPR in a scene straight out of a romance novel.

As Brooke coughs back to life in Ridge’s arms, it’s clear their bond hasn’t faded. Ridge vows never to take her for granted again, sealing the promise with a kiss. Fans hoping for a “Bridge” reunion just got a massive boost — but back in Los Angeles, the timing of this rekindling could not be more disastrous for Taylor.

Taylor’s Secret Lover — and Steffy’s Devastating Discovery

With Ridge away in Italy, Taylor Hayes has been keeping herself busy — but not in the way anyone expected. Steffy drops by unexpectedly, only to walk straight into a scene that stops her cold: her mother in a passionate embrace with a mystery man.

It’s not just a friendly hug — this is full-on romantic, and Steffy knows instantly that Ridge has no idea. Shocked and hurt, Steffy struggles to process what she’s seen. After all, Taylor has fought hard for Ridge’s love and painted herself as the “better choice” over Brooke.

Now, with Ridge possibly recommitting to Brooke in Italy, the optics couldn’t be worse. Steffy is torn — should she confront her mother immediately, or wait until Ridge returns and let him find out the hard way? Either choice risks detonating their already fragile family dynamic.

Hope’s Distraction Could Lead to Daphne’s Advantage

While the Grace scandal dominates Hope’s world, it also conveniently keeps her distracted — opening the door for Daphne to make her move on Carter Walton. With Hope glued to Liam’s side during his emotional recovery from the revelation, Daphne seizes the chance to get closer to Carter, setting the stage for a possible romantic complication.

A Dangerous Chain Reaction

By the end of the week, multiple ticking time bombs are set:

• Grace’s future: Will she actually turn herself in as she promises, or try to skip town before the authorities close in?

• Liam & Hope’s decision: Do they go public with the scam and risk the media frenzy, or keep the truth contained for their own peace of mind?

• Sheila’s leverage: Now that she knows Luna is alive, will she blackmail Lee into giving her access — or will she blow the secret wide open?

• Taylor’s fate: If Steffy decides to tell Ridge what she saw, Taylor could lose not only her dignity but any chance of reconciliation.

• Brooke & Ridge’s next step: Will Ridge return from Italy ready to announce a full reunion with Brooke, unknowingly walking into yet another emotional minefield?

Final Preview

Next week on The Bold and the Beautiful, love triangles tangle tighter, lies unravel at breakneck speed, and one family’s foundation threatens to crumble under the weight of betrayal. Grace Buckingham’s scam may dominate the headlines, but it’s Taylor’s secret lover that will leave viewers gasping.

When Ridge comes home from Italy — still glowing from saving Brooke’s life — he may be walking straight into heartbreak, scandal, and an impossible choice. And if Steffy decides the truth can’t wait, the confrontation between Ridge and Taylor could become one of the most explosive scenes of the year.

Hold on, Bold fans — this is going to be a week no one forg