It was a reunion, a moment that seemed to promise everything. Ridge’s trembling lips whispered, “I should have never let you go. Come back to me, Logan.” The camera held on Brooke’s tear-filled eyes as she clutched his hand, seemingly on the edge of agreeing, of finally giving in to the years of shared history. For a brief second, it seemed like Ridge might get what he wanted—another chance with the woman he’d spent a lifetime chasing.

But then… she pulled away.

The words that came next were nothing short of devastating. “No, Ridge, not this time,” Brooke said softly, but with undeniable firmness. “You only want me when you’re afraid of losing me. But I can’t live like that anymore. I deserve better.”

Those words hung in the air like a final, heartbreaking goodbye. For Ridge, who had spent so many years believing that Brooke was his to claim whenever he chose, this rejection was a gut punch. It wasn’t anger or a slow burn; it was finality. It was the painful reality that the years of back-and-forth had led to a moment of reckoning. Brooke was no longer willing to be his backup. She wasn’t going to return to the chaos and heartbreak that had been their love story for decades.

As Brooke walked away, Ridge stood there, stunned and speechless. For the first time in his life, he wasn’t going to get the woman he had always believed was his. And as he watched her disappear into the distance, Ridge was left alone, haunted by the weight of his own mistakes.

Back at Forrester Creations, word of Brooke’s decision quickly spread, sending shockwaves through the family. Eric, Hope, and the entire Forrester clan began to wonder what this would mean for their future, especially when Ridge made the shocking announcement: he was leaving Los Angeles, indefinitely.

But it wasn’t just a vacation or a temporary departure. Ridge, along with his portrayer Thorsten Kaye, was officially leaving the show. Fans had speculated for months about the actor’s future with the soap, but now it’s confirmed: Ridge Forrester is saying goodbye to Los Angeles and to The Bold and the Beautiful after years of playing the cornerstone of the Forrester legacy.

The writers are reportedly planning an emotionally grounded exit arc for Ridge, one that will bring closure to his tumultuous love life and complicated family dynamics. There’s speculation that Ridge will make one final, significant decision—possibly passing the torch to someone else at Forrester Creations or leaving a legacy for his children. But whatever happens, it’s clear that his exit will mark the end of an era for the show.

For Brooke, this decision is liberating, yet painful. After decades of loving and losing Ridge, she finds herself standing strong, finally free from the cycle of heartbreak. But what happens next for her? Will she rediscover herself, or will she find love in an unexpected place? Could this be the beginning of a new chapter for her—without Ridge?

With Ridge’s exit, The Bold and the Beautiful opens up a new chapter, and the question remains: Who will step into the central romantic spotlight now that Ridge is gone? Will Brooke find herself in a new, healthier relationship, or will she continue to stand alone, stronger and more independent than ever?

The departure of Thorsten Kaye as Ridge isn’t just the end of a couple—it’s the end of an entire era that fans have followed for years. As Ridge rides off into the sunset, The Bold and the Beautiful faces a future without its most enduring love triangle. And the question on everyone’s mind is: will the show be able to hold its audience without one of its most iconic leading men?

So now, we turn the question to you. Was Brooke right to reject Ridge? Is this truly the end for the legendary Ridge and Brooke, or is there still a chance for them to reunite? How will you react to a Bold and the Beautiful without Ridge Forrester at its heart? The future of the show is about to change forever, and we want to know what you think.