If Y&R has taught us anything, it’s that no character is ever truly gone—they’re just offstage waiting for the perfect moment to ruin someone’s week. And 2026 is shaping up to be the year when old faces return, shake up love triangles, and flip Genoa City upside down all over again. From Mariah’s emotional gravity to Ian Ward’s nightmare-level chaos, these possible comebacks could redefine the entire canvas. Let’s dive into who might walk back through those doors next.