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The Bold and the Beautiful: Is Taylor Hayes Clinging to a Fantasy About Ridge?

The temperature is rising in The Bold and the Beautiful, and so is the tension surrounding one of its most emotionally charged love triangles. Longtime fans of the show are once again watching history repeat itself as Taylor Hayes continues to hold out hope that Ridge Forrester is her one true love. But is she in denial about the reality of her relationship—or worse, setting herself up for another devastating heartbreak?

Taylor’s Dream: A Love That Was Never Real?

In recent episodes, Taylor has made it clear that she believes she and Ridge are meant to be. In her heart, their connection is solid, their past full of passion and deep love. But while Taylor speaks with conviction, the actions playing out on-screen are telling a very different story.

Ridge Forrester, as ever, is caught in emotional limbo. While Taylor sees him as her future, Ridge appears emotionally tethered to someone else entirely—Brooke Logan. He may not want to hurt Taylor, but his indecisiveness and lack of emotional availability speak volumes. His relationship with Taylor seems driven more by guilt and obligation than by true desire or romance.

Ridge’s True Heart Belongs to Brooke?

For many viewers, it’s plain to see: Ridge’s heart still belongs to Brooke. And while he may not be voicing it directly, his actions are revealing enough. Whether it’s the lingering glances, the tension-filled conversations, or the underlying chemistry that won’t die, Ridge seems emotionally unavailable to Taylor—because part of him has never let go of Brooke.

Social media has been buzzing with commentary, with one fan bluntly stating, “Ridge is a jerk, and I can’t understand why either woman is still fighting over him. It’s not about love anymore. It’s about not wanting to lose.” That sentiment seems to be gaining traction in the B&B fan community, where many are growing increasingly frustrated with the cycle of betrayal and emotional manipulation.

Taylor’s Strength or Insecurity?

While Taylor often speaks about her strength, self-worth, and independence, her current actions seem to contradict those ideals. Instead of walking away from a man whose love is inconsistent at best, she’s constantly trying to prove that she and Ridge are still in love. And much of that effort appears aimed not at Ridge, but at Brooke—almost as if she’s trying to convince her rival more than herself.

One fan commented, “If Taylor truly believed Ridge loved her, she wouldn’t be chasing Brooke down every chance she gets just to remind her.” This constant need for validation points to a deeper insecurity—one that Taylor may not even recognize. It also raises the uncomfortable question: If Ridge were truly committed to Taylor, would she still feel the need to defend their relationship so fiercely?

Was Ridge Ever Really in Love with Taylor?

The truth may be even harder to swallow. As many fans have noted, Ridge’s most recent commitment to Taylor came at a time when he was angry with Brooke. It wasn’t necessarily an act of deep romantic devotion, but a reaction to pain and frustration. As one sharp social media comment put it, “He married her during a moment of frustration with Brooke, not because he was head over heels.” And now, it’s becoming painfully obvious that his emotional center still rests with Brooke.

So what does that mean for Taylor? Despite her best intentions, she may be clinging to a version of Ridge that never truly existed—or at least, never existed in the way she hoped.

The Love Triangle That Won’t Die

Whether you’re Team Taylor or Team Brooke, there’s no denying that this triangle remains one of the most compelling—and frustrating—storylines on The Bold and the Beautiful. But as it stands, the writing on the wall seems increasingly clear: Taylor is fighting for a man who has already emotionally checked out.

She believes in their history, their children, and the memories they’ve shared. But none of that guarantees a future, especially when Ridge is still entangled in unresolved feelings for someone else. And while Taylor continues to chase the dream, the audience is left wondering: will she ever face the truth?

What Happens Next?

There’s still time for Taylor to reclaim her strength and walk away from a toxic emotional cycle. But will she? Or will she continue to convince herself—and everyone else—that Ridge is still the man she fell in love with?

With the way things are unfolding, it seems Taylor’s heartbreak is all but inevitable unless she chooses a new path. And fans are watching closely, hoping that their favorite psychiatrist will finally find clarity and the self-respect she so often preaches.

For now, all we can do is stay tuned and see what the next chapter holds. Will Ridge finally make a choice? Will Taylor finally put herself first? Or will Brooke, once again, end up in the center of Ridge’s world?

One thing is certain—this emotional tug-of-war is far from over.

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