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Allison Lanier Exits 'The Young and the Restless' After Three Years as Summer Newman

Lanier's final episode airs May 2, 2025, with no confirmed plans to recast the legacy role she took over in 2022.

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Overview

  • Allison Lanier announced her departure from 'The Young and the Restless' via social media on April 30, 2025, stating her final episode will air May 2, 2025.
  • Lanier joined the series in May 2022, succeeding Hunter King in the role of Summer Newman, a character introduced in 2006.
  • The actress earned her first Daytime Emmy nomination in 2024 for her portrayal of Summer, a role that has been played by multiple performers over the years.
  • Sources report uncertainty regarding whether the character of Summer Newman will be recast following Lanier's departure.
  • Lanier expressed gratitude for her time on the show and the support of fans, citing a desire to pursue new creative directions.