Eric Forrester Sparks Outrage Among Bold and the Beautiful Fans with Shocking Betrayal
April 2025 — Soap Dirt News Desk
Longtime Bold and the Beautiful fans are up in arms this week over Eric Forrester’s blatant meddling in Ridge Forrester’s love life, with many accusing the Forrester patriarch of betraying Taylor Hayes and rewriting recent history to favor Brooke Logan.
Eric Pushes Ridge Back Toward Brooke
In a recent episode, Eric shocked viewers by subtly—but unmistakably—undermining Taylor while speaking with Brooke in the Forrester CEO office. Despite Ridge currently being in a relationship with Taylor and the two living under Eric’s roof, Eric initiated a conversation with Brooke about her lingering feelings for Ridge.
Eric told Brooke that Ridge was “her person,” strongly implying that Ridge belongs with her—not Taylor. Brooke confided in Eric that she missed Ridge and hoped he would realize they are meant to be. Without hesitation, Eric pulled up a photo of Brooke in Portofino and showed it to Ridge, essentially planting a seed of doubt about Ridge’s current relationship.
Eric went further by claiming Ridge had “overreacted” when he ended things with Brooke during the Forrester CEO takeover scandal. His clear intent: to steer Ridge back into Brooke’s arms, regardless of the emotional fallout it may cause for Taylor.
Fans Furious Over Eric’s Change of Heart
What’s particularly galling to viewers is Eric’s sudden shift in attitude. Not long ago, he and Ridge were both outraged when Hope and Carter orchestrated the hostile takeover of Forrester Creations, with Brooke taking the CEO seat. At the time, Eric supported Ridge’s breakup with Brooke.
Now, Eric appears to have not only forgiven Brooke but is also actively helping her pursue Ridge again. This, despite the fact that Taylor has always stood by Eric and even considered him family.
Viewers Take to Social Media to Vent
The backlash online has been intense. Fans flooded soap social media with comments expressing frustration at Eric’s actions. One viewer tweeted, “Eric will always be Team Brooke. Taylor did nothing wrong but always supported him—and this is how he thanks her.”
Another fan wrote, “Eric knows Taylor has broken heart syndrome. He’s seen how happy she is, yet he goes behind her back to push Brooke into fighting for Ridge.”
One particularly angry fan stated, “Eric’s disrespect of Taylor will never not be disgusting. She’s done nothing but support him, and he constantly encourages Ridge to leave her.”
Concerns Over Taylor’s Health
Beyond emotional betrayal, fans worry that Eric’s actions could have real consequences for Taylor. Given her medical condition—broken heart syndrome—any emotional trauma from Ridge leaving her could have serious health repercussions.
While Ridge ultimately makes his own choices, Eric’s interference is being criticized as not only inappropriate but potentially harmful.
Spoilers Reveal Eric’s Scheme May Fail
Despite Eric’s efforts to reunite Ridge and Brooke, upcoming B&B spoilers indicate his plan might not succeed. In June, Nick returns to Los Angeles and reconnects with Brooke, who is reportedly at a low point and feeling that her relationship with Ridge is beyond repair.
According to the spoilers, Brooke and Nick’s reunion offers her a “fresh start away from her past with Ridge,” signaling a potential shift in Brooke’s romantic future—and a major failure for Eric’s plotting.
Final Thoughts
Fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are clearly divided when it comes to Ridge’s love life, but one thing is certain: Eric’s behavior has struck a nerve. Whether he’s acting out of loyalty to Brooke or personal bias, his interference has turned him into the unexpected villain of the moment—at least in the eyes of many viewers.
