Patrika Darbo is returning to The Young and the Restless as Shirley Spectra—Sally’s (Courtney Hope) outspoken grandmother—and she isn’t coming alone. Ashley Campbell is joining the cast as Sally’s younger sister, Coco Spectra. Both characters are set to arrive in Genoa City this October.
As Y&R viewers know, Sally is expecting her first child with Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson), and the couple is planning an October wedding. Naturally, her family is rolling into town to join the celebration.
Key Takeaways
- Patrika Darbo returns as Shirley Spectra.
- Ashley Campbell joins as Sally’s sister, Coco Spectra.
- Both characters arrive in Genoa City this October.
- Shirley previously appeared on The Bold and the Beautiful and Y&R.
- Coco was originally played by Courtney Grosbeck on B&B.
Ashley Campbell Joins Y&R as the New Coco Spectra
If Ashley Campbell looks familiar, you might recognize her from Prom Party Massacre, Spellbound, or Every Little Noise. While this is her first soap opera role, it isn’t Coco’s first time on daytime television. The character was originally introduced on The Bold and the Beautiful in 2017—played by Courtney Grosbeck—where she was romantically involved with RJ Forrester (then played by Anthony Turpel).
Shirley Spectra Makes Her In-Person Genoa City Debut
Darbo also originated her role on B&B, playing Shirley from 2017 to 2018. She briefly reprised the character on Y&R via a video call in 2021—marking this upcoming visit as her first in-person appearance on the show. Soap fans will also recognize Darbo from her long-running role as Nancy Wesley on Days of Our Lives.
Are you excited to see Sally’s extended family arrive for the wedding? How do you feel about Darbo and Campbell joining The Young and the Restless? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
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