A storm is brewing in Genoa City, and a familiar pattern may be about to repeat itself. As actress Melissa Ordway pops back onto canvas as Abby Winters during the week of July 27-31, her character finds herself facing serious marital strain. Devon Hamilton Winters hasn’t been fully “present” with his wife lately, leaving Abby feeling disconnected and isolated in her own marriage.
Instead of keeping her frustration bottled up, Abby chooses to confide her growing marital woes in her “friend” Daniel Romalotti, played by Michael Graziadei. While the two are currently on friendly terms, fans with long memories know their dynamic goes far deeper than casual conversation.
A Steamy Past and a Familiar Pattern
Back in the 2010s, long before “Dabby” became a Genoa City staple, Abby and Daniel shared a scorching romantic history. During the era when Abby was widely known around town as the “naked heiress”—then portrayed by actress Emme Rylan—she and Daniel were involved in a hot-and-heavy relationship. That deep history makes Daniel a dangerously comfortable confidant now that Abby is feeling neglected by Devon.
Longtime viewers will recall that this exact scenario is how Abby and Devon became a supercouple in the first place. When Abby was enduring intense relationship problems with Chance Chancellor, she turned to Devon for emotional support and a shoulder to lean on. That emotional reliance quickly crossed the line into intimacy, leading Abby to stray from her marriage.
Is a Sizzling New Love Triangle Emerging?
With Devon failing to give Abby the attention she needs, all arrows are pointing toward the show setting up a potential new love triangle between Daniel, Devon, and Abby. Daniel certainly has a track record when it comes to married women, and having an attractive, sympathetic former lover right there to offer support is a recipe for temptation.
If Abby continues to lean on Daniel during her rough patch with Devon, viewers are left wondering if history will repeat itself once again. Could Abby end up cheating on Devon with her ex, or will she manage to draw a line before her marriage crumbles completely?
What storyline are you most looking forward to during the week of July 27-31? Who are you most looking forward to seeing on canvas, or who would you love to see return or exit?
