2025 was a big year for many The Young and the Restless couples. From breakups to a wedding to a shocking affair, there were lots of developments in the romance department. As 2026 nears, there’s many couples to keep an eye on, and some of them might not make it through the year.

Key Takeaways

• Abby and Devon’s marriage will be tested.
• Noah’s relationship with Sienna might run its course.
• Billy might sabotage his relationship with Sally.
• A disagreement could signal the end for Chadam.

Danger For Dabby

It’s been one year since Devon (Bryton James) and Abby (Melissa Ordway) married, and everything’s gone smoothly so far. However, 2026 will have fans seeing more of Dabby as their marriage faces a crisis.

James recently hinted that a new danger will test Devon and Abby’s marriage. Although it’s unclear what type of danger lurks, things aren’t looking good for the couple. Given Abby’s track record in the romance department, there’s a possibility she and Devon could be heading for divorce.

Back to L.A.

Noah (Lucas Adams) has turned into quite the heartbreaker. The Newman heir cheated on his girlfriend, Allie (Kelsey Wang), with Sienna (Tamara Braun). Noah has fallen fast and hard for the night club owner, much to his parents’ dismay.

Despite his family’s disapproval, Noah is willing to go to great lengths for Sienna. Right now, he’s trying to protect her from her dangerous ex-husband, Matt (Roger Howarth). But once the Matt storyline is over, there may be more drama awaiting the couple.

Noah and Sienna’s relationship will be tested by his family’s concern, and by his ex-girlfriend Audra (Zuleyka Silver). The exes recently had a friendly encounter, and now that Noah’s back in Genoa City, he and Audra will have more run-ins. Old feelings are bound to reignite and with Noah and Audra growing closer, Sienna could be left out in the cold.

Reckless Abandonment

Sally (Courtney Hope) and Billy’s (Jason Thompson) relationship hit a rough patch in 2025. Billy’s obsession with reclaiming Chancellor almost had him throwing away Sally and their company Abbott Communications. Luckily, Billy wised up and realized he didn’t want to lose Sally.

While everything is now peaceful for the couple, they’ll face more trouble in 2026. Billy is bound to fall back into his old, reckless habits, putting his career and his relationship at risk. Sally’s been Billy’s rock, and although she wants to save him, she might end up reaching her limit.

Family Turmoil for Chadam

2025 was the year of Adam (Mark Grossman) and Chelsea’s (Melissa Claire Egan) reunion. Although the couple is in it for the long haul this time, 2026 could have them headed for splitsville.

Chadam are ending the year fighting thanks to Victor (Eric Braeden). Chelsea was unhappy when Adam published Victor’s hit piece on Jabot without her consent. She felt it was a betrayal not only to her, but to Adam’s friend Jack (Peter Bergman).

Adam’s obsession with trying to please his father has always been an issue for him and Chelsea. Now that he’s back to being Victor’s lackey, Adam will run the risk of losing Chelsea. So, it looks like Adam will have a big decision to make: Victor or Chelsea.