Allison Lanier Departs Y&R as Summer Newman

Allison Lanier has announced her departure from The Young and the Restless, with her final episode as Summer Newman airing on May 2, 2025. Lanier, who joined the CBS soap in 2022 after previously appearing in Red Oaks and several independent films, took over the role from Hunter King. She was praised for her performance and received a Daytime Emmy nomination in 2024. The show has not announced any immediate plans to recast Summer Newman, leaving the character's future uncertain. Lanier's exit comes amid several recent cast changes on the show. Fans and colleagues have expressed both disappointment and support for her next career steps.