Full CBS New Y&R Thursday, 1/30/2025: The Young and the Restless – Victor Faces Death

A tense and deadly standoff erupts at the Newman farm as Ian Ward and Victor Newman come face to face in a battle that could change everything. The powerful patriarch of Genoa City, Victor, is now locked in a life-or-death struggle against one of his most relentless enemies. Ian, seething with rage and a thirst for destruction, is determined to bring the Newman empire crumbling down.

As Ian tightens his grip on his weapon, he points it directly at Nick, using him as leverage to manipulate Victor. Keeping his composure, Victor understands that any wrong move could cost his son his life. In a desperate attempt to buy time, he reaches out to Adam and Abby, calling them to the farm. He knows their presence could either defuse the situation or make things worse, but he also understands that unity is their only hope.

Before Victor can act, Ian launches a surprise attack, swiftly taking down his loyal bodyguard, leaving him unconscious. Now fully in control, Ian taunts Victor, reveling in his newfound power. Michael Baldwin, who is caught in the chaos, becomes another pawn in this dangerous game. Ian warns Michael to step aside if he values his life, but Michael refuses to abandon Victor.

Just when it seems all hope is lost, Adam bursts through the door, his fury evident. He locks eyes with Ian, knowing that one wrong move could doom them all. As tensions reach their breaking point, Adam makes a bold move, lunging at Ian. A shot is fired—the bullet grazes Adam’s shoulder, but he doesn’t stop. In the chaos, Victor and Michael seize the opportunity to overpower Ian, restraining him just as security forces arrive to take him down.

As the dust settles, Victor turns to his family, ensuring they are safe. Nikki rushes to his side, her eyes brimming with tears. Nick and Adam stand firm, ready for whatever comes next. The Newman family has faced many storms, but this battle has pushed them to the brink. Just as they begin to regroup, Ian makes a chilling revelation—Jordan, his supposed ally, was betrayed by Clare. He declares that the Newmans will now pay for what they did to her.

Ian’s vendetta takes a darker turn as he forces Victor into an impossible decision—sacrifice one of his children or suffer the consequences. Victor, refusing to let his family be torn apart, steps forward. “If you want revenge, take it out on me,” he declares. But Ian isn’t interested in money or power—he wants to see Victor suffer. Without warning, Ian fires a shot, striking Victor. The Newman family rushes to his side as blood stains his shirt.

Just when Ian believes he has won, Victor, fueled by sheer determination, lunges at him. Another shot rings out—this time, the bullet strikes Ian. He collapses, his plan shattered. As sirens wail in the distance, help finally arrives, but the question remains—will Victor survive? Ian, lying in a pool of his own blood, smirks at Nick one last time. But Nick, filled with contempt, refuses to grant him an easy exit. “You don’t deserve a quick death—you’ll die alone, just like you lived.”

As Victor is rushed to the hospital, Genoa City holds its breath. The battle for the Newman legacy has reached its most perilous moment, and the fate of its most powerful player hangs in the balance.