On February 17, CBS announced that Shemar Moore will return to The Young and the Restless as Malcolm Winters for a multi-episode storyline airing in April. Vivica A. Fox is also set to reprise her role as Dr. Stephanie Simmons, marking her first appearance on the show since 1995. According to the network, Moore and Fox began taping scenes the same day as the announcement, and their characters’ unexpected return will carry “shocking and lasting implications” for the residents of Genoa City.
Moore first stepped into the role of Malcolm in 1994, quickly becoming a fan favorite as the charismatic photographer and half-brother of Neil Winters, portrayed by the late Kristoff St. John. He remained on the soap until 2005 and has made several guest returns over the years, including for the show’s 50th anniversary in 2023. During his original run, Moore earned eight NAACP Image Awards and won a Daytime Emmy Award in 2000 for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
Fox played Dr. Stephanie Simmons from 1994 to 1995, during which time her character was romantically involved with Malcolm. Their relationship ended when Stephanie left town due to her demanding career, and she has not been seen on the show since.
Both actors went on to major success beyond daytime television, with Moore leading series such as Criminal Minds and S.W.A.T., and Fox building a prolific film career that includes appearances in projects such as Independence Day, Soul Food, Why Do Fools Fall in Love, and Kill Bill, among others. Now, their return to The Young and the Restless brings a familiar storyline back into focus, and promises to shake up Genoa City once again.
Now in its 53rd season, The Young and the Restless airs weekdays at 12:30 PM ET on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
