The Young and the Restless is gearing up for a long-awaited family revival—but not the one fans have been begging for. While the Ashby twins remain mysteriously absent from Genoa City, two other familiar faces are packing their bags and heading home. And their return promises to stir up fresh drama, deepen existing tensions, and inject new life into some of the show’s most iconic families.

For years, viewers have wondered what happened to Lily and Cane Ashby’s twins, Mattie and Charlie. Once a staple of the Ashby storyline and frequently referenced in passing, the twins have become something of a running joke among longtime fans. Despite being name-dropped during holidays, milestones, and heart-to-heart family conversations, they’ve been nowhere to be seen. It’s as if Lily and Cane are perfectly content celebrating life’s biggest events while their children live halfway across the world, stuck in a perpetual off-screen limbo.

But while the Ashby kids remain MIA, Y&R is preparing to welcome back another pair of siblings—ones whose return could have major ripple effects across Genoa City.

That’s right: Victoria Newman is about to have both of her children, Johnny Abbott and Katie Abbott, back under the same roof.

The news broke when teen actor Paxton Mishkind—best known to fans as Johnny Abbott—shared a behind-the-scenes photo on Instagram. Posing with co-star Sienna Mercuri, who plays Katie, the young actor captioned the snapshot: “Great to be back on the Young and the Restless set with the best TV sister, Sienna Mercuri. #grateful.” The post immediately sent the fandom buzzing, eager to speculate about what the siblings’ return could mean for the Newman and Abbott dynasties.

Though Paxton didn’t reveal the exact date of their onscreen comeback, the timing of his social-media hint strongly suggests that Johnny and Katie will reappear just in time for Thanksgiving—a holiday that traditionally brings both heartfelt reunions and combustible conflict in Genoa City. If the stars align, the siblings may even stick around through Christmas, giving the show ample opportunity to weave them into the biggest year-end storylines.

For a series as deeply rooted in family legacy as Y&R, the return of the Newman-Abbott children is more than a nostalgic callback. It’s a strategic reinvigoration of two powerhouse families whose personal dramas, romantic entanglements, and business conflicts have driven the show for decades.

And with Noah Newman recently making his own return home, the younger generation of Genoa City is slowly coming back into focus—a shift that fans have been craving. For years, viewers have wanted more from the show’s teen and young-adult storylines. Now, with Johnny and Katie back in town, it appears the writers are finally preparing to explore the next chapter of the Newman, Abbott, and even Chancellor legacies.

But what could their return mean for the characters they leave in their wake—and the ones waiting for them at home?

Johnny Abbott, now a teenager navigating questions of identity and belonging, has already weathered emotional storms involving his biological mother, Chelsea Lawson, and the complicated web of relationships surrounding him. His return could reignite unresolved tensions, particularly if Chelsea attempts to reconnect or if Victoria’s strict boundaries clash with the growing autonomy of her children.

Katie Abbott, the younger of the two, brings with her potential for heartwarming family moments—but also the kind of chaos only a sharp-witted child in a powerhouse family can deliver. Fans have long speculated that Katie may eventually become a major player in the Newman and Abbott dramas, and her reappearance now could lay the groundwork for future teen storylines.

Victoria Newman, who has been balancing professional ambitions with a turbulent romantic life, will undoubtedly face new challenges as she transitions from long-distance mother to full-time parent once more. How she handles the sudden shift in family dynamics remains to be seen, especially if unexpected conflicts arise between her children and the adults in their orbit.

Meanwhile, the Newman and Abbott living rooms are about to grow a little louder, a little livelier, and—given Y&R’s track record—a whole lot messier. For fans who love watching the legendary families navigate emotional landmines, this return is a welcome gift.

Of course, the burning question remains: where are Mattie and Charlie Ashby?

Fans of the Ashby family are still hoping for a long-overdue return of Lily and Cane’s twins. Their absence has become increasingly puzzling, especially as other Genoa City teens and young adults make their comebacks. The Ashby twins were once poised to carry the torch of a younger generation, and many viewers would love to see them step back into the spotlight—especially with Lily back on the corporate and romantic front lines.

But while fans wait, Y&R is wisely turning its attention to the legacy families most deeply entwined in ongoing story arcs. With business rivalries heating up, family loyalties shifting, and emotional stakes rising, the Newmans and Abbotts are at the heart of nearly every major storyline. Bringing their children home now sets the stage for future conflicts—and fresh storytelling opportunities.

Johnny and Katie’s return could also create new interactions with the younger characters who are already in town. Whether they’ll clash, bond, or spark surprising new dynamics is something viewers will be eager to see unfold. In a show where the past is never truly buried and the future is always uncertain, the reintroduction of these siblings ensures that the next generation will not only inherit the drama—but help shape it.

As Thanksgiving approaches, Genoa City is preparing for emotional reunions, holiday secrets, and a stronger presence from the younger set. And for fans of The Young and the Restless, this is exactly the kind of shake-up the series needs.

The Ashby twins may still be missing, but the Newman-Abbott kids are back—and whenever the Newman and Abbott clans collide under one roof, Genoa City never stays quiet for long.

Stay tuned. The kids are coming home, and the drama is just getting started.