Lately, The Young and the Restless fans have noticed Nikki Newman’s screen time shrinking. Could this mean that Melody Thomas Scott is on her way out? Is the iconic actress being taken off contract? Let’s find out right away.

Ever since Victor went all out rebuilding the original Newman Ranch, Nikki hasn’t been around much on The Young and the Restless. It’s about time she stepped back into the spotlight where she belongs.

Sure, she was at the center of the whole Jordan and Ian Ward chaos for a short time, but let’s be honest—after some time, she was more of a background player rather than being the prime target. Now, with Jordan out of the picture and Ian Ward supposedly dead, Nikki has been pushed to the sidelines.

But is that really the end of her story? Could actress Melody Thomas Scott actually be leaving? Because, let’s face it, Y&R fans are long overdue for another juicy Nikki-focused storyline.

In fact, there are so many exciting ways to bring her back into the thick of things. The show could give her some serious screen time at Chancellor-Winters. She’s carrying on Katherine Chancellor’s legacy, and we all know Nikki would never dishonor her late best friend’s memory. But we don’t just want to hear about it—we want to see her in action. Watching her take charge, make power moves, and remind everyone why she’s a force to be reckoned with in the corporate world would be a dream come true.

Then there’s the lingering question of Dylan. Many years ago, Nikki and Paul finally reunited with their long-lost son, played by Steve Burton. He built a life in Genoa City, fell for Chelsea, married Sharon, and then—just like that—he was gone. Forced into witness protection, he’s barely been mentioned since.

But what if Nikki decided enough was enough? What if she set out to find him, consequences be damned? A mother’s love is unstoppable, and a storyline like this could shake things up in all the best ways.

Let’s not forget that Nikki once had some love for politics too. Back in 2013, she won a seat on Genoa City’s City Council but had to step down when her multiple sclerosis diagnosis changed everything. Now that she’s managing her condition, maybe it’s time for a comeback—this time aiming higher. Mayor Nikki Newman—it has a nice ring to it! Imagine the power struggles, rivalries, and juicy scandals that could come from her running for office.

Of course, this is Genoa City, where the past never truly stays buried. What if Nikki’s early days as a stripper came back to haunt her? Maybe she witnessed a crime that was never solved, or maybe she was involved in something that’s about to be exposed. Could an old associate return with blackmail in mind? Or what if Nikki once took justice into her own hands and thought she got away with it—until now? A past bombshell like this would send shockwaves through town and give Nikki the dramatic storyline she deserves.

Now, before anyone panics, let’s set the record straight—Melody Thomas Scott is still on contract as a regular. Y&R wouldn’t dream of letting go of such an iconic character. If she’s been off-screen more than usual, it’s probably just a well-earned break after carrying so much of the back-on-alcohol storyline. After all that chaos, she deserves a little breather.

While Nikki has been laying low on screen, Scott recently took a moment to honor a former Y&R co-star in real life. She shared a heartfelt tribute on her Instagram to Wings Hauser, who played Greg Foster—Nikki’s first husband on the show.

As for Nikki’s next storyline—what do you want to see? Let us know in the comments down below.

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