Young & Restless’ Lauralee Bell & Michael Damian Celebrate Cricket & Danny’s Engagement

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Wondering what’s causing The Young and the Restless to bring back one of its most legendary pairs? The characters of Christine “Cricket” Blair and Danny Romalotti are planning to get engaged once more following years of plot twists, splits, and fan excitement.

This is a summary of the events that caused their eagerly anticipated meeting, astrological insights on it, and future predictions for fans.

Cricket and Danny ‘finally’ getting engaged on The Young and the Restless

As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to share that Lauralee Bell and Michael Damian have confirmed the rekindling of their on-screen romance as Cricket and Danny from The Young and the Restless. This time around, it seems their characters are taking another step forward – they’re getting engaged!

The engagement occurs in the July 10 broadcast, symbolizing a memorable milestone for the TV duo, who exchanged vows back in 1990. When asked about the engagement by People, Bell simply replied, “Finally,” and expressed their overwhelming excitement because it’s been 35 years in the making.

Danny and Cricket’s relationship started when Cricket had a teenage crush on him, which eventually led to their wedding in Hawaii. However, their marriage ended after Danny had an affair with Phyllis Summers. It was later discovered that Daniel, who was born to Phyllis, was not actually Danny’s biological son. Despite being apart for decades, the characters have reconnected, and both actors attribute this to the fans who have stayed loyal over the years. Bell stated, “It’s like going back to those fun times,” while Damian added, “The nostalgia is truly stunning.

In the late ’80s and early ’90s, my admiration for the couple skyrocketed when they became a super-famous duo. I’d often cross paths with devoted fans during their weekend public engagements. As Bell put it, their charm lay in their playful, close moments and the gradual unfolding of their connection. “We were playing strip poker,” she reminisced, “and we were doing things that genuinely captivated our audience.

William J. Bell, who is Lauralee’s father and co-creator of the series, developed their romantic storyline. Regarding the upcoming wedding episode, both Damian and Bell express uncertainty about its content. Bell hinted that Cricket has transformed into a tough character during her time off-screen, stating, “She might just slap Phyllis.” In response, Damian playfully suggested that Phyllis could pretend to be the priest in the ceremony.

Regarding their complex personal dynamics, Bell and Damian find it enjoyable collaborating with Michelle Stafford, portraying Phyllis. Reflecting on past events, Bell mentioned that Stafford has been instrumental in creating tension between them since the beginning of her role. As for the upcoming wedding, viewers anticipate some drama, but Bell expresses a hope that nothing spoils their “I do” moment.

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2025-07-10 07:40