B&B Spoilers: Ridge Is Close To Getting Sucker Punched

The Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers: Ridge Forrester’s Lack of Empathy Leaves Fans Outraged—Is a Bill Spencer Showdown Inevitable?

It’s boiling on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” and things are about to explode. Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) is pushing all the wrong buttons again, and fans have just about had it with his constant meddling, especially when it comes to Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) and his son, Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton).

Ridge Forrester may pride himself on being the moral compass of the Forrester family, but in recent episodes, he has crossed a line that many fans believe he won’t be able to come back from. His behavior toward Bill—particularly in the wake of Liam’s medical crisis—has been nothing short of outrageous.

Ridge’s Latest Antics Leave Fans Stunned

Despite Liam lying in a hospital bed, fighting for his life, Ridge has taken it upon himself to control who gets to be near him. And to no one’s surprise, he’s playing gatekeeper in the most aggressive way possible.

When Bill arrived at the hospital to check on his critically ill son, Ridge wasted no time in throwing a tantrum. Instead of offering even the slightest bit of compassion or understanding, Ridge treated Bill like an intruder—as though he didn’t have every right in the world to be there.

Let’s not forget: Bill is Liam’s biological father. The idea that Ridge could think he has the authority to keep Bill away is not only arrogant, it’s downright cruel. Viewers are struggling to make sense of Ridge’s irrational hostility, especially considering that Bill has been trying—however flawed his approach may be—to do the right thing by his son.

Fans Call for a “Sucker Punch” Moment

The online reaction has been swift and savage. One vocal fan took to social media to say, “Ridge has ZERO right to say the things regarding Liam to Bill! No matter how mean Bill is, Liam is still Bill’s son. Word for the day: Empathy.” And that one word seems to summarize everything Ridge is currently lacking.

Some fans are even joking—half-seriously—that Ridge is “one punch away” from getting what he deserves. Many would pay good money to see Bill finally lose his cool and give Ridge a long-overdue reality check, maybe even with a slapstick twist à la Curly from The Three Stooges.

Another fan sarcastically suggested, “Bill should’ve poked, slapped and smacked Ridge, Steffy, and Hope. And then dared both Ridge and Steffy to make good on their threats.” The tension isn’t just between Ridge and Bill anymore—it’s engulfing the entire canvas of characters connected to Liam’s storyline.

Is Ridge Just Lashing Out Because He Lost Control?

The deeper question lingering in the background is: why is Ridge so angry?

Some fans speculate that Ridge’s frustration may stem from his own diminishing influence over the people around him. Bill taking matters into his own hands—especially when it came to helping get Luna out of jail—may have bruised Ridge’s ego. He’s used to calling the shots and maintaining control, and now that others are acting without his blessing, he’s reacting with rage rather than reason.

To make matters worse, Ridge’s actions don’t just make him look petty—they actively detract from the emotional gravity of Liam’s condition. This storyline should be about a father worried sick over his son, not about who gets to play hospital security.

History Repeats Itself—With a Twist

Longtime B&B fans have pointed out that this isn’t the first time Ridge and Bill have butted heads—and probably won’t be the last. Their rivalry is almost as legendary as the soap itself. But this time, things hit differently.

As one viewer noted, “These two are always at each other’s throats. Can’t even remember how it started now.” And that’s the problem: the feud has become so cyclical and venomous that it’s losing its impact.

Still, some argue that Bill is far from blameless. Another comment highlighted, “Bill’s actions and decisions led directly to what happened to Liam…at least that’s my opinion. If he had not decided to play God and left the serial killer/kidnapper to rot in jail where she belongs, this wouldn’t have happened.”

It’s a fair point. While Ridge is being overbearing, Bill’s own past choices certainly haven’t helped. His thirst for control and his morally gray decisions have often had catastrophic ripple effects.

What Comes Next for Ridge?

The big question now is: what’s next for Ridge Forrester?

Will he double down on his righteous indignation, or will he finally face the consequences of alienating those around him? Could Bill be the one to finally knock him off his high horse—figuratively or otherwise?

Only time will tell, but if there’s one thing B&B fans can count on, it’s that the drama is far from over. The lines have been drawn, tensions are at an all-time high, and a confrontation between Ridge and Bill seems not only inevitable—but necessary.

The Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers: Ridge Forrester’s Lack of Empathy Leaves Fans Outraged—Is a Bill Spencer Showdown Inevitable? It’s boiling on “The Bold and the Beautiful,” and things are about to explode. Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) is pushing all the wrong buttons again, and fans have just about had it with his constant meddling,…