After nearly three years portraying the iconic Summer Newman on the CBS soap opera, *The Young and the Restless*, actress Allison Lanier is moving on. Her final episode airs this Friday, May 2nd, marking the end of a chapter for both Lanier and the show’s dedicated fanbase.
Lanier shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), expressing gratitude for the experience and her fans. She stated that it’s time for her to pursue new opportunities and growth in a different direction. The announcement was met with an outpouring of support from fans who have followed her journey as Summer, the daughter of Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) and Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow).
Lanier’s departure follows a series of other notable exits from the show. Veteran actress Colleen Zenk recently concluded her run as Jordan Howard, while Trevor St. John’s time as Tucker McCall also came to a close in June 2024. Both actors expressed their appreciation for their time on the show and wished their fellow cast and crew members well.
Lanier’s portrayal of Summer has been significant, as the character has a long and complex history on the show. Initially introduced in 2006 with various child actors, Summer’s teenage years were played by Lindsay Bushman before Hunter King took on the role. King’s on-again, off-again tenure lasted from 2012 to 2022, with a brief one-month recast by Bayley Corman in 2018. Lanier’s performance in the role earned her a Daytime Emmy nomination last year, solidifying her mark on the *Young and the Restless* legacy.
The show’s producers haven’t yet announced who will take over the role of Summer Newman, leaving fans eager to see how this significant character arc will continue to unfold. For now, we wish Allison Lanier all the best in her future endeavors and thank her for her memorable contribution to the show.
