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The Young and the Restless' Roger Howarth Returns as Villain Matt Clark
Fans will see the character back on-screen in March after the actor resumed filming this week.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The Young and the Restless (Y&R) spoilers reveal that actor Roger Howarth is returning to the show as the villainous character Matt Clark. Matt's storyline was left unfinished, so he will be popping back up to cause more chaos in Genoa City. Howarth recently posted a photo on Instagram indicating he has resumed filming, and the show's producers have confirmed a March return airdate for the character.
Why it matters
Matt Clark has been a long-running antagonist on The Young and the Restless, with a history of causing trouble for the Newman family. His return will likely bring new challenges for the Newmans to contend with, and fans are eager to see how the character's storyline will unfold after his previous arrest and imprisonment.
The details
Matt Clark, played by actor Roger Howarth, was last seen on The Young and the Restless when he was arrested and sent to jail to await trial. However, it's only a matter of time before he manages to escape and return to Genoa City to seek revenge. Howarth recently posted a photo on his Instagram account showing his parking spot at the Y&R studio, indicating he has resumed filming. The show's producers have confirmed that Howarth will be back on-screen in March, based on the show's typical filming schedule.
- On February 12, 2026, Roger Howarth posted a photo on Instagram showing his parking spot at the Y&R studio, indicating he had resumed filming.
- Howarth is expected to return to the show in March 2026, based on the show's typical filming schedule.
The players
Roger Howarth
The actor who portrays the villainous character Matt Clark on The Young and the Restless.
Matt Clark
A long-running antagonist on The Young and the Restless, known for causing trouble for the Newman family.
Nick Newman
A member of the Newman family on The Young and the Restless, who may have to deal with Matt Clark's return and seek a more permanent solution to the villain's antics.
What’s next
The details of Matt's comeback storyline haven't been released yet, but a new set in behind-the-scenes photos has left social media buzzing about a potential Las Vegas twist.
The takeaway
The return of the villainous Matt Clark to The Young and the Restless is sure to bring new challenges for the Newman family, as the character has a history of causing trouble and evading capture. Fans are eager to see how the show will handle his comeback and what new storylines it will lead to.
