Big drama is brewing on The Bold and the Beautiful, as Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) makes his much-anticipated return in September 2025. Fans are speculating about what his comeback could mean, especially in the wake of recent emotional turmoil surrounding his mother, Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig), and the ongoing love triangle with Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang).

Will Thomas seek revenge on Brooke for his mother’s broken heart, or could he become her unexpected ally? Here’s what we can expect from the upcoming drama and Thomas’ pivotal role in the story.

Ridge’s Emotional Struggles

Ridge Forrester is at a crossroads in his personal life. After proposing to Taylor, Ridge seems to have accepted her despite his feelings of guilt surrounding her Broken Heart Syndrome diagnosis. He made a promise to Taylor that he would never hurt her again, yet his feelings for Brooke are undeniable.

While Ridge has expressed love for both women, his conflicting emotions will only escalate in the coming weeks. Brooke’s ongoing presence in Ridge’s life, especially after he rescued her in Italy, complicates matters. His guilt over not being upfront with Taylor about his true feelings for Brooke only adds to the stress.

Taylor’s Emotional Manipulation

Taylor, ever the compassionate character, has finally found a measure of happiness with Ridge. But her happiness is built on fragile ground. As Ridge struggles with his feelings, Taylor is playing the emotional card, reminding him of their future together and their “wonderful family.” Her persistent pleas for commitment, coupled with Kelly Spencer (Sophia Paras)’s excitement about her grandparents’ wedding, leave Ridge with a heavy emotional burden.

As Ridge keeps his true feelings locked away, Taylor pushes for their wedding to be set in stone, making it even harder for Ridge to make a clean break—if he even wants to. But is this pressure Taylor’s strategy to ensure Ridge never strays back to Brooke?

Thomas Returns—Is He Team Taylor or Ready for Revenge?

The spoilers indicate that Thomas will be returning to Los Angeles just as tensions reach a boiling point between Ridge, Taylor, and Brooke. This raises a crucial question: What will Thomas’ role be in the Taylor-Ridge-Brooke saga?

Could he take advantage of his mother’s emotional state and work with Taylor to manipulate the situation in their favor? With his longstanding animosity toward Brooke, Thomas may see this as an opportunity to finally get back at the woman he blames for his past troubles.

While Thomas has undergone some character growth over the years, he hasn’t forgotten how Brooke treated him in the past. It’s entirely possible that Thomas will team up with Taylor to make things difficult for Brooke—perhaps even resorting to underhanded tactics to drive a wedge between Ridge and his first love.

Brooke’s Ambush—Could Thomas Be Involved?

As Taylor’s desperation to keep Ridge grows, we may see her cross a line in order to maintain control of her relationship. If Ridge remains unsure, Taylor might allow Thomas to take more drastic measures, causing chaos in Brooke’s life. Thomas has always been a master manipulator, and he might resort to games that complicate Brooke’s every attempt to reconnect with Ridge.

Expect to see Brooke caught in a web of confusion and frustration as Thomas, with his knowledge of her weaknesses, takes steps to sabotage her efforts. But will the game spiral out of control, and how will Ridge react when he finds out his own family is behind the schemes?

What’s Next for Taylor, Thomas, and Brooke?

As Thomas’ return sets the stage for intense conflict, we can’t help but wonder what lengths Taylor and Thomas will go to in order to get their way. Will Taylor’s emotional manipulation and Thomas’ scheming be the undoing of Brooke and Ridge’s relationship? Or could the schemes backfire, leaving Taylor and Thomas facing the consequences of their actions?

With so many moving pieces and alliances shifting, we can expect The Bold and the Beautiful to deliver drama-filled episodes that keep us on the edge of our seats. The return of Thomas is sure to add fuel to the fire and change the dynamics between these key characters.