Y&R and B&B Stars Remember Bob Barker

By Michelle Parkerton Updated: August 28, 2023

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America lost a legend when THE PRICE IS RIGHT host Bob Barker passed away on Aug. 26 at the age of 99. For the actors on THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS and THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL, the icon wasn’t just someone they watched on their own TVs.

Since the two soap operas and the PRICE studios were near each other at CBS Television City, the daytime actors often made guest appearances on the game show. And Barker himself even made a cameo on B&B in 2002 and then again in 2014, a nod to his memorable performance in Happy Gilmore in which he sucker-punched Wyatt in the same fashion he had to Adam Sandler’s titular character in the golf comedy.

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So, after the news spread that Barker had passed away, several cast members from both shows took to social media to share their heartfelt memories of working with the icon.

Scroll through the gallery below to see what the stars had to say about working with the late Bob Barker.

Scott Clifton (Liam, B&B)

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“Definition of a life well-lived, isn’t he? (My phone autocorrected “lived” to “loved” and for once it’s just as apt.) What a privilege it was, not only to work with him, not only to marvel at his wit and vitality even at 90 years old, but to have a once-in-a-lifetime private conversation with the man about his passion for animal ethics. His views were infinitely more nuanced and thoughtful than the catchphrase about spaying and neutering he made famous; he loved—truly loved—all animals, and the way he navigated the moral labyrinth of our relationship with them was just beautiful. He informed my own views—about breeding, euthanasia, healthcare, and how we ought to view our ownership of another sentient being. I wish every one of you could have met him, if only for a handshake. We’ll mourn him, but the best pieces of this exquisite man will stay forever with us. Rest in Peace, Mr. Barker.”
Melissa Ordway (Abby, Y&R)

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“One of the coolest moments while working on The Price Is Right was getting to meet and then introduce my dad to Bob Barker. He was a legend. May he rest in peace.”
Darin Brooks (Wyatt, B&B)

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“I had the absolute pleasure of working with (and getting punched in the face by) the incredible Bob Barker on B&B! And I just gotta say, he was one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met! I told him, ‘Hi Bob. I’m Darin, I play Wyatt and I’m really looking forward to [being] punched in the face by you today! But I just gotta say, I used to play hooky from school to watch The Price Is Right among other shows all the time when I was younger. Such a fun show!’ To which he replied, ‘Well, nice to meet you, Darin. Not only are you a nice young man, but you’re smart, too!’ 🤣😂🤣😂 Rest In Peace, Bob. You brought so much joy to people, helped people be more aware of taking care of their animals, and [I'm] extremely grateful I got to meet and work with you! Sending our love, thoughts, and prayers to his family.”
Adrienne Frantz (ex-Amber, B&B and Y&R)

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“R.I.P., Bob Barker. I worked with him on B&B years ago! I think Deacon found a way for Amber have her designs on The Price Is Right. So I got to do scenes there too! And yes, I got to spin the wheel! Thanks for being so kind all of those years at our studio neighbors!”