Shemar Moore Returns to 'The Young & the Restless'

Christel Khalil shares first look at actor's multi-episode arc on the soap opera

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Shemar Moore is returning to his iconic role as Malcolm Winters on the long-running CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, more than 30 years after his debut on the show. Christel Khalil, who plays Lily Winters, shared behind-the-scenes photos and videos of Moore's return on Instagram. Moore, who won a Daytime Emmy and eight NAACP Awards for his role, will appear alongside Vivica A. Fox, who is reprising her role as Stephanie Simmons.

Why it matters

Shemar Moore's return to The Young and the Restless is highly anticipated by fans, as he was a beloved character on the show during his original run from 1994 to 2005. His departure was a major loss for the show, and his occasional returns since then have always generated excitement. This multi-episode arc will allow the show to revisit the Winters family storylines and give viewers a chance to reconnect with the character.

The details

In the behind-the-scenes photos and videos shared by Christel Khalil, Moore is seen on set with Khalil, who plays his onscreen daughter Lily, as well as Bryton James (Devon Hamilton) and Sean Dominic (Nathan 'Nate' Hastings Jr.). Moore will be appearing alongside Vivica A. Fox, who is reprising her role as Stephanie Simmons. The actor joked about having to memorize 24 pages of dialogue, saying 'Too much motherf**king dialogue. Twenty-four pages? Hold on, I do eight pages in my day job... and I make mo' money!'

  • Shemar Moore first appeared as Malcolm Winters on The Young and the Restless in 1994.
  • He starred on the show until 2005, returning for special appearances in 2014, 2019, and 2023.
  • Moore's latest multi-episode arc is set to air in April 2026.

The players

Shemar Moore

An American actor best known for his roles on The Young and the Restless and Criminal Minds. He won a Daytime Emmy and eight NAACP Awards for his portrayal of Malcolm Winters on the soap opera.

Christel Khalil

An American actress who has played the role of Lily Winters on The Young and the Restless since 2002.

Vivica A. Fox

An American actress who is reprising her role as Stephanie Simmons on The Young and the Restless for this multi-episode arc.

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What they’re saying

“I'm home, baby, blast from the past.”

— Shemar Moore (Instagram)

“Too much motherf**king dialogue. Twenty-four pages? Hold on, I do eight pages in my day job... and I make mo' money!”

— Shemar Moore (Instagram)

What’s next

Fans will have to tune in to The Young and the Restless in April 2026 to see Shemar Moore's return as Malcolm Winters and how his character's storyline unfolds.

The takeaway

Shemar Moore's highly anticipated return to The Young and the Restless is a testament to the enduring popularity of the character and the actor's connection with the show's loyal fanbase. This multi-episode arc will allow the show to revisit the Winters family dynamics and give viewers a chance to reconnect with a beloved character from the soap opera's past.