Claire Grace is a new character on THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS but it’s understandable if viewers find the young woman somewhat familiar. Hayley Erin debuted in the newly-created role in the Oct. 2, 2023 episode, but the actress previously appeared on Y&R from 2008-10 as Abby Newman. Fans are naturally curious about the mysterious newcomer so here’s everything we know so far!

Claire Grace first appeared in Genoa City to sit down at Society with Nikki Newman to interview for a position at Newman Media as her assistant. Although she admitted that she lacks a lot of corporate experience as she’s primarily been bartending to make ends meet, Claire insisted that she wants to work for the best, and that’s Newman. As Audra Charles was sitting in on the interview, Claire also noted her previous involvement with McCall and was curious how that business would fit into Newman Media.

Having moved from Chicago, Claire explained she was originally from a small town in Oregon and preferred this kind of place to the big city. She knew of Genoa City from her visits to Sophia Carmichael, a college friend who lived there. Claire also revealed that she was raised by her great-aunt after her parents passed away in a car accident.

After giving Nikki and Audra a few minutes alone to talk, Claire was thrilled to accept when she was offered the job. As she began working at Newman Media, Claire was picture-perfect… maybe too perfect? Nikki was impressed with her work and hoped that she would be sticking around for a long time. Although the glare that Claire gave a photo of Nikki and Victoria and the dossiers that she has on the Newman family members would seem to indicate she’s got a sinister agenda!

Stay tuned to see what secrets she might be hiding!