What's Happening With Richard Burgi On The Young And The Restless?

According to Deadline, Richard Burgi signed with "The Young and the Restless" for a recurring role as Ashland in March 2021. There's been no word about his status being bumped up to a regular role, but because the Victoria/Ashland pairing has proved to be popular with the soap's audience, his time on the show might end up being extended despite his character's terminal cancer diagnosis. Many a soap actor has landed themselves an iconic and long-lasting part thanks to such twists of fate.  

But would Burgi want such a long-term gig with "Y&R"? His IMDb page shows an extremely active career. The actor has continued to work on films and take on guest roles between his appearances on the soap. It's possible that regularly appearing on the sudser right at this moment might not be appealing to him.

So we say keep an eye on "Y&R"; the soap might surprise its audience with a major twist regarding Ashland, his romantic life, and his health.