It’s the heartbreak no Bold and Beautiful fan ever wanted to face.
After 15 unforgettable years of love, loss, and legendary storylines, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood has confirmed she’s leaving The Bold and the Beautiful in 2026 — officially closing the chapter on Steffy Forrester, one of the most iconic heroines in daytime history.

Sources close to the production call it “the end of an era”, with Jacqueline reportedly choosing to step away to pursue new creative ventures and focus on her family.
Her departure will mark the conclusion of a character arc that defined modern soap storytelling — from Steffy’s fiery rivalries and forbidden loves to her heartbreaking losses and unstoppable rise to the top of Forrester Creations.

“After 15 unforgettable years… it’s time to say goodbye,”
Jacqueline said in a tearful statement that sent shockwaves through the fan community.

Insiders tease that Steffy’s final storyline will be “explosive, emotional, and absolutely unforgettable” — a send-off worthy of the woman who became the beating heart of B&B.
Rumors swirl that the show’s writers are planning a multi-episode farewell arc that will change the Forrester family forever.

As the sun sets on Steffy Forrester’s reign, fans around the world are preparing to say farewell — not just to a character, but to a legacy.

One queen leaves the runway.
The Bold and the Beautiful will never be the same again. 👑💔