FANS BLAST BROOKE’S “PITIFUL” PURSUIT OF RIDGE: THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL’S MOST DIVISIVE STORYLINE

Viewers have had enough of Brooke Logan’s endless chase after Ridge Forrester, calling her behavior “embarrassing” and “disgusting” while demanding fresh storylines

The decades-long saga between Brooke Logan and Ridge Forrester has reached a breaking point with fans. As Brooke continues to pursue her “destiny” with Ridge in recent episodes, viewers are taking to social media with unprecedented backlash, calling her behavior everything from “pitiful” to “disgusting” and demanding writers give the character a fresh direction.

“WAKE UP AND MOVE ON!” – FANS REJECT BROOKE’S DESPERATE PURSUIT

The May 5th episode showcased Brooke once again pleading with Ridge about their “destiny” together—a narrative that has played out countless times since 1987. But instead of rooting for the couple, fans are actively switching channels during these scenes.

“It’s becoming disgusting the way she paws all over Ridge. Wake up and move on with your life, you’ve wasted far too much time on that fart in the wind Ridge,” wrote one viewer in a comment that received over 100 upvotes.

Another longtime fan didn’t mince words: “I’m tired of hearing ‘he’s my destiny.’ Girl, you’re in your 50s? Early 60s? When does your destiny start?”

The reaction isn’t just mild annoyance—viewers described feeling physically uncomfortable watching these interactions, with many admitting they mute or skip scenes featuring Brooke’s latest attempt to win back Ridge.

FANS DEMAND NEW LOVE INTEREST AND FRESH STORYLINES

After 37 years of the same love triangle dynamics between Brooke, Ridge, and Taylor Hayes, viewers are desperate for new storytelling directions.

Research suggests fans are frustrated with Brooke’s pursuit of Ridge, finding it pitiful and repetitive. It seems likely fans want Brooke to move on, with many suggesting new love interests.

On social media, several viewers have even suggested specific actors who could be brought in as a love interest, including Gregory Harrison (formerly of General Hospital) to create fresh dynamics instead of recycling the same relationship conflicts.

“A new love for her can’t arrive soon enough,” commented one fan in a heavily upvoted post, reflecting the widespread desire to see Brooke find happiness outside of the Ridge orbit.

IS THE WRITING UNFAIR TO BROOKE’S CHARACTER?

Many viewers don’t blame Katherine Kelly Lang’s performance but instead criticize the show’s writing, which they feel diminishes a once-powerful character.

The evidence leans toward criticism of the writing, seen as misogynistic and outdated.

“I love Brooke in all of her messiness, but this is downright pathetic and impossible to stomach. It’s pure misogyny,” wrote one top commenter, receiving dozens of upvotes.

Others pointed out a concerning regression in Brooke’s character development. “It was just a few years ago Ridge had to make a choice between her and Taylor and Brooke wasn’t backing down. Now she’s bending over backwards for a man that doesn’t truly deserve her,” noted another fan.

THE AGE FACTOR: TIME FOR MATURE STORYLINES?

The age of the characters has become another focal point of criticism. With Katherine Kelly Lang approaching 64 in real life (and Brooke portrayed as considerably older in the show’s timeline), viewers question whether these desperate romantic pursuits make sense for mature characters.

Several fans suggested that Brooke, Ridge, and Taylor deserve storylines that reflect their age and experience—focusing on family, legacy, and personal fulfillment rather than the same romantic musical chairs they’ve played for decades.

“These three are giving senior citizens a bad rep,” commented one viewer, suggesting the repetitive nature of the storylines doesn’t match where these characters should be in their life journeys.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BROOKE?

As fan frustration reaches a boiling point, the question remains whether writers will listen to viewers’ demands for fresh storytines. The backlash against Brooke’s pursuit of Ridge represents more than just criticism of one storyline—it reflects a desire for the show to evolve beyond its decades-old formulas.

Will Brooke finally move on from Ridge and reclaim her former strength? Will she find a new love interest who truly values her? Or will the show continue down the same well-worn path?

One thing is clear—fans are increasingly turning away during these scenes, sending a powerful message about the future direction of one of daytime television’s most iconic characters. After nearly four decades, viewers believe it’s finally time for Brooke Logan to find a destiny that doesn’t revolve around Ridge Forrester.