Young and the Restless is hinting that Matt Clark could become Phyllis Summers' next romantic interest as he remains in Genoa City. Behind-the-scenes comments from Michelle Stafford suggest the character will stick around longer than expected. The developments come amid ongoing tensions with the Newman family.
Matt Clark, played by Roger Howarth, is currently amnesiac on the show and only recalls his name along with the fact that members of the Newman family hate him. Phyllis Summers, portrayed by Michelle Stafford, has hidden him at the Genoa City Athletic Club while negotiating with Victor Newman. She is offering Matt in exchange for dropped charges over the theft of Newman Enterprises using fake AI evidence created by Victor.