Ridge Forrester’s caveman mentality erupts in Italy as he can’t stand Nick Marone proposing to Brooke – but wasn’t he just engaged to Taylor? Fans are DONE with this toxic cycle!

Published 10 hours ago on July 30, 2025ByNancy Bannisterridge possessive brooke italy drama
RIDGE’S CAVEMAN MENTALITY EXPOSED: ITALY DRAMA PROVES HE SEES BROOKE AS PROPERTY, NOT A PARTNER
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Oh. My. GOD. Just when we thought Ridge Forrester couldn’t sink any lower, the Italy storyline has exposed him for exactly what he is—a possessive, hypocritical caveman who treats Brooke Logan like his personal yo-yo! And fans? We’re DONE. Absolutely, completely, throw-our-remotes-at-the-TV done!

Let me paint you a picture of pure hypocrisy, soap fans. This man—this NEANDERTHAL of a man—literally dumped Brooke because she had the audacity to support her daughter Hope at Forrester Creations. Called it a “betrayal.” Ran straight into Taylor Hayes’ arms. Got ENGAGED to Taylor!

But wait…

The SECOND Nick Marone shows up in Italy and dares to look at Brooke with actual respect? Ridge loses his mind!

35 Years of Toxic Possessiveness—And We’ve Had ENOUGH
Listen, I’ve been watching this show since the beginning. I’ve seen Ridge marry Brooke’s mother. Her sister. His own father’s ex-wives. (The family tree is more like a family pretzel at this point, but that’s another article.) Through it all, one thing has remained constant: Ridge Forrester wants to treat Brooke however he pleases, but God forbid another man shows her an ounce of genuine affection!

The Italy drama? It’s the PERFECT example of his twisted mindset. Picture this:

Ridge arrives in Naples for a fashion show, supposedly committed to his future with Taylor. He’s moved on, right? WRONG! The moment he spots Nick taking Brooke on a romantic boat ride—offering her the love and respect she DESERVES—Ridge’s jealous rage erupts like Mount Vesuvius!

And then…

Nick proposes. Actually PROPOSES to Brooke! Offers her a future free from the endless back-and-forth, the constant betrayals, the exhausting cycle of being Ridge’s backup plan.

Does Ridge respect Brooke’s right to move on? Does he acknowledge that HE left HER?

Of course not!

The “Heroic” Rescue That Has Fans Rolling Their Eyes
Now here’s where it gets absolutely ridiculous. Brooke falls into the water (because of course she does—this is a soap opera, after all). And suddenly—SUDDENLY—Ridge has an “epiphany”!

One dramatic rescue later, and he’s overcome with the realization that Brooke is his “soulmate.” His “destiny.”

Really?

Where was this destiny when he was calling her support of Hope a betrayal? Where was it when he was slipping an engagement ring on Taylor’s finger? Where was this earth-shattering love when he was storming out of their home AGAIN?

I’ll tell you where it was—nowhere! Because Ridge Forrester doesn’t actually love Brooke Logan. He loves OWNING her. He loves knowing she’s there, waiting, whenever he decides to grace her with his presence.

Fans Are Speaking Out—And We’re NOT Holding Back
Social media is ON FIRE with viewers calling out Ridge’s toxic behavior. One fan perfectly summed it up: “He’s a malignant narcissist who sees women as property, not partners.”

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Another wrote: “35 years of watching Ridge treat Brooke like his personal yo-yo and I’m DONE!”

The consensus is clear: This isn’t romance. It’s possession. It’s control. It’s a man who demands absolute loyalty while offering none in return.

And poor Taylor? Once again, she’s been chosen, celebrated, engaged to—only to be unceremoniously DUMPED the moment Ridge feels his ownership of Brooke threatened. She deserves better than being his safety net. His “tissue he blows his nose with whenever he misjudges Brooke,” as one viewer brutally but accurately put it.

The Exhausting Pattern We’ve Seen Too Many Times
Let’s break down the Ridge Forrester playbook, shall we?

Step 1: Brooke does something completely normal (like supporting her own daughter). Step 2: Ridge declares himself betrayed and storms off to Taylor. Step 3: Ridge and Taylor get cozy, maybe even engaged. Step 4: Another man shows interest in Brooke. Step 5: Ridge has a sudden “realization” about destiny and true love. Step 6: Ridge dumps Taylor and wins Brooke back. Step 7: Repeat. Forever. Until the end of time.

We’ve watched this cycle for THIRTY-FIVE YEARS! The specific details change—sometimes it’s a business conflict, sometimes it’s a misunderstanding, sometimes it’s a manipulative scheme by a family member—but the core dynamic never evolves.

Ridge never apologizes. Never grows. Never acknowledges his double standards or his toxic behavior. He just swoops in with grand gestures and declarations of destiny, and we’re supposed to swoon?

Not anymore!

Is This Really “Destiny”—Or Just Dysfunction?
The show keeps pushing this narrative that Ridge and Brooke are “destined” to be together. Executive producer Bradley Bell has even stated that “Brooke is destined to win Ridge back.”

But here’s my question: Is it really destiny when one partner treats the other like a possession? When jealousy only kicks in at the threat of competition? When “love” is reactive, not proactive?

What we’re watching isn’t an epic romance—it’s a cautionary tale about toxic relationships! Ridge doesn’t want Brooke to be happy. He wants her to be HIS. There’s a massive difference, and it’s time the writers acknowledged it.

Hope on the Horizon? Nick Marone Offers a Different Path
Here’s what gives me hope (no pun intended): Nick Marone is offering Brooke something Ridge never has—genuine respect and partnership.

Nick doesn’t see Brooke as a prize to be won or property to be guarded. He sees her as a woman deserving of consistent love, trust, and loyalty. Novel concept, right?

The question is: Will Brooke finally break free from this toxic cycle? Will she choose herself for once? Or will she fall for Ridge’s water rescue heroics and his sudden “clarity” about their destiny?

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What Happens Next? The Predictable (and Infuriating) Future
Based on 35 years of evidence, here’s what we can expect:

Ridge and Brooke will reunite in a passionate, dramatic reconciliation. They’ll declare their eternal love. Taylor will be heartbroken and humiliated (again). Nick will conveniently disappear from the canvas.

For about five minutes, everything will be perfect.

Then Hope and Steffy will clash over something at Forrester Creations. Ridge will side with Steffy. Brooke will defend Hope. Ridge will declare this another “betrayal” and storm off to Taylor’s arms.

Rinse. Repeat. Ad nauseam.

Unless…

It’s Time for REAL Change
Unless the writers FINALLY decide to evolve this character beyond his caveman mentality. Unless they acknowledge that in 2025, this possessive, controlling behavior isn’t romantic—it’s problematic.

Fans are begging for growth. For Ridge to actually examine his patterns and change. For Brooke to realize she deserves better than being someone’s backup plan. For both women to reject this toxic man and choose themselves.

Will it happen? In the world of soap operas where people come back from the dead and secret twins pop up every sweeps week?

Anything’s possible.

But I’m not holding my breath.

What I DO know is this: The viewers see through the “destiny” narrative. We recognize toxic behavior when we see it. And we’re ready for something better.

Ridge Forrester treating Brooke Logan like his personal property while running to Taylor whenever he’s upset? That’s not a love story.

That’s a cautionary tale that’s gone on 35 years too long.

Your Turn, Soap Fans!
Am I being too harsh on Ridge? (Spoiler alert: No, I’m not!) Have you had enough of this toxic cycle? Team Nick or Team “Brooke Should Be Single”?

Drop your thoughts in the comments—because if we scream loud enough, maybe the writers will FINALLY give these characters the growth they desperately need!

Until next time, keep those remotes handy (for throwing at the TV during Ridge’s next hypocritical meltdown)!