The Young and the Restless
Young and the Restless News: Eric Braeden, Victor Newman Actor, Defeats Cancer and Comments On Retirement
Top 5 Takeaways & Young and the Restless Spoilers:
- Eric Braeden’s Triumph: Having portrayed Victor Newman since 1980, Eric Braeden is not just a cornerstone of “Young and the Restless” but a beacon of resilience. He recently announced being cancer-free four months post his bladder cancer diagnosis.
- No Thoughts of Retirement: When questioned about retiring post his battle with cancer, Braeden was resolute and responded with a vehement “No, hell no, no, no.” He showcased his commitment and passion for acting, displaying no signs of slowing down.
- Longevity in Hollywood: Braeden’s long-standing 43-year career with the soap opera offers him a unique perspective. While he humorously mentions money as a reason for staying, he profoundly attributes his tenure to his love for acting and the camaraderie with his fellow actors.
- Passion for the Craft: The actor’s commitment to the craft shines through as he talks about rehearsing scenes until they feel real. This dedication has kept his passion alive, even today.
- An Ongoing Battle: Despite being declared cancer-free, Braeden’s journey with the disease isn’t entirely concluded. He plans on undergoing periodic cystoscopies to ensure early detection and combat any potential resurgence.
Young and the Restless Fans Rejoice as Soap Legend Eric Braeden Declares He’s Not Retiring Anytime Soon
Eric Braeden has been lighting up screens as the powerful Victor Newman on The Young and the Restless since 1980, becoming one of the most iconic characters in daytime television history over his 40+ year run. But even after recently beating bladder cancer, the 82-year-old soap legend has no plans of slowing down.
“No, hell no, no, no,” Braeden emphatically told Fox News Digital when asked if he was considering retirement after his cancer battle. This is music to the ears of longtime Y&R fans who simply can’t imagine Genoa City without Victor Newman’s dramatic storylines and legendary moustache.
Just last month, Braeden revealed he was cancer-free after doctors performed a cystoscopy and “couldn’t find a damn thing” – much to the relief of fans worldwide who flooded social media with celebratory messages.
While the soap icon still has follow-up tests every few months to monitor his health, he is currently cancer-free and excited to keep on doing what he loves. “The first answer is money,” Braeden quipped when discussing the keys to having long-term success in Hollywood. “And the second answer, actually the more profound answer, is that I enjoy doing what I’m doing. I really do. I still feel very good about it.”
After 43 years of bringing the ruthless yet complicated character of Victor Newman to life, Braeden says he still gets a profound satisfaction when a scene feels real and authentic. “That feeling of having done a scene that seems real, still has not left me. I love it; I still love it today.”
With a spirit and passion for performing that continues to burn bright, there’s no doubt Eric Braeden has more iconic decades ahead as one of daytime’s most formidable leading men. Y&R fans can rest assured the moustache isn’t going anywhere!
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