It’s Christmas time on Beyond the Gates, and that may mean a return or two. Plus, the show recently dropped a reference to a couple on BTG’s sister soap, The Young and the Restless. Does this mean another crossover is on its way in 2026? Here are the latest comings and goings casting news for the week of December 22-26.

Key Takeaways

• Holiday homecomings bring family reunions — and unresolved emotions — back into focus.
• A son’s return and exposed secrets promise plenty of Christmas-week complications.
• A pointed reference to The Young and the Restless sparks fresh crossover buzz heading into 2026.The Week of December 22
  On Monday, December 22, Jasmine Burke (June) makes another appearance. However, this time, June will reconnect with her sister, Regina, played by Jacinte Blankenship. Regina hasn’t been seen since she forgave June back in August.

  And now the sisters will, once again, reunite. June is in a much better place now than she was then. Will Regina get to see her niece and nephew, Samantha (Najah Jackson) and Tyrell (Jaden Lucas Miller)?

  On Tuesday, December 23, Alex Cheeks is back. He plays Vanessa McBride’s (Lauren Buglioli) college-aged son, Donnell, who is home for the holidays. But he’ll need to be prepared for some drama. Donnell is undoubtedly still grieving his father.

  But he’s about to learn about his mom’s extracurricular activities with a certain shady casino owner. The question we have is, where is Donnell’s twin, Deanna? What is she doing for Christmas? When are we going to meet her?

  On Wednesday, December 24, Bonita Brisker’s Sharon is, once again, a pivotal part of the action when Vernon (Clifton Davis) and Sharon’s secret is exposed. Eva and Izaiah grow closer this holiday season, so look for David Lami Friebe in scenes with Ambyr Michelle on that day.

  Potential Crossover Alert

  During the week of December 15, Bill and Dani (Karla Mosley) discussed the Christmas presents Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett) got for their daughters. And in explaining the amazing thing he did for Chelsea (RhonniRose Mantilla), Bill mentioned that he once consulted on a case with someone from Genoa City, a Michael Baldwin.

  Well, his wife, Lauren Fenmore, owns Fenmores, and Bill has arranged for Chelsea to meet with a buyer from her department stores, which is perfect for the ChelseaKat line of purses. This means that down the road, Tracey Bregman and Christian Le Blanc could end up making an appearance on BTG.