However, Summer will have to return to Genoa City at some point. And if she does, she’s likely to get a recast. Fans of the soap are sharing their thoughts on the perfect replacement and who they would like to see return.

Dream Summer Newman

SoapHub took to social media to share a burning question. We asked Y&R fans on Facebook what their “dream recast of Summer Newman” is. Most of them compared Lanier’s version of Summer to King’s.

One fan wrote, “Anybody, except Hunter King,” while another shared, “Hunter King. I never liked Allison in her place.”

Seems like no one could agree on which actress they liked the most. “Neither, they’re both snobs,” wrote another fan, referring to the character.

However, one fan had an idea: “Neither, but if one must come back, then Hunter King.” Another agreed, writing, “Hunter King, but I doubt if she’ll come back since she’s doing Hallmark movies now.”

Meanwhile, other fans on Facebook argued that Summer isn’t needed on the show.

New Leading Lady?

Fans over on X, formerly Twitter, had more imaginative ideas. One fan answered, “Sofia Mattsson,” referring to the former General Hospital star. Find out why Y&R fans think Mattsson would make the perfect Summer Newman. Reddit has been burning up over this idea.

Another fan would love to see Melissa Ordway play Summer instead of Abby. That would be a fun Y&R twist in the making. “Maybe she would get more screen time playing Summer,” they suggested.

Nothing is out of reach since Cane is now played by Billy Flynn, who’s from Days of our Lives. Speaking of the Peacock soap, one fan suggested Cherie Jimenez (Gabi Hernandez) take on the role. “She would liven it up for sure!” they added.

“What about Kelly Monaco or Chloe Lanier?” another fan asked of the former GH stars.

What are your thoughts? Who would make the perfect Summer Newman? Did you like King or Lanier’s performance? Or do you have someone else in mind? Drop your thoughts in the comments section below.