Over 3000 episodes of The Young and the Restless were never broadcasted in France, as the French network started airing from episode 3263 in 1989 to minimize the gap with the U.S. broadcast.
1. "Lost" Episodes in France
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Iconic characters Victor Newman and John Abbott joined the show in 1980, seven years after its premiere, with the initial focus on the Brooks and Foster families.
2. Late Entrants: Victor Newman and John Abbott
Jeanne Cooper, playing Katherine Chancellor, underwent a live on-screen face-lift in 1984, a groundbreaking moment in TV history, inspired by the actress's real-life cosmetic surgery plans.
3. Live Face-lift: Jeanne Cooper's Bold Move
Before settling on "The Young and the Restless," creators William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell considered naming the soap "The Innocent Years" but changed it to reflect the mood of the '70s.
4. Alternate Title Consideration
Originally a 30-minute show, the success of Y&R led CBS to extend episodes to a full hour in 1980. This change initially led to a drop in ratings and some actor departures.
5. Impact of Running Time Change
Heather and David Tom, real-life siblings, initially played on-screen couple Victoria Newman and Billy Abbott. Recasting occurred as the characters continued their relationship on the show.