🎭 “Thriller at Genoa City! Eric Braeden Shocks Fans as He Moonwalks Like Michael Jackson at ‘Y&R’ Halloween Bash!” – Daily News
A Legendary Night in Soap Opera History
The cast of The Young and the Restless threw one of the most unforgettable Halloween parties in CBS history — but no one expected Victor Newman himself to steal the show!
At 83 years old, the legendary Eric Braeden ditched his iconic three-piece suit for a sparkling red jacket, black fedora, and one sequined glove — channeling none other than Michael Jackson in a jaw-dropping Halloween transformation that had fans screaming “He’s still got it!”
When Victor Became the King of Pop
Witnesses say Braeden didn’t just dress like MJ — he became him. As the first beats of “Thriller” echoed through the studio, the veteran actor stunned everyone by gliding onto the dance floor and nailing a perfect moonwalk.
“I thought I was hallucinating,” laughed co-star Melody Thomas Scott (Nikki Newman). “Victor Newman doing the moonwalk? That’s something I never thought I’d live to see — but he crushed it!”
Videos of the moment immediately went viral, racking up millions of views within hours. Fans dubbed the clip “The Thriller of Genoa City.”
The Cast Couldn’t Keep Up
Even the younger cast members were left in awe. Joshua Morrow (Nick Newman) admitted,
“None of us could keep up with Eric! The man’s got moves we didn’t even know existed.”
Co-star Courtney Hope (Sally Spectra) posted a behind-the-scenes clip to Instagram, captioning it:
“When Victor Newman becomes MJ… you know it’s going to be a night to remember.”
The video showed Braeden leading the cast in a spontaneous group “Thriller” routine, complete with zombie choreography and a fog machine worthy of a music video.
Fans Crown Him the King — Again
Social media exploded with admiration and disbelief:
“Victor Newman just moonwalked into Y&R history!”
“He’s not just the boss in business — he’s the boss on the dance floor!”
“Michael Jackson would be proud!”
Even The Young and the Restless official Instagram page joined in, posting a photo of Braeden mid-dance with the caption:
“From boardroom battles to the dance floor — the legend never misses a beat.”
The Legacy Lives On
Eric Braeden’s surprise performance didn’t just entertain — it reminded fans why he remains one of daytime television’s most beloved icons. After five decades of playing Victor Newman, he’s still finding ways to keep things fresh, fun, and unforgettable.
Final Word
It wasn’t just a Halloween party — it was a moment of pure television magic.
Eric Braeden didn’t just channel Michael Jackson… he reminded the world that legends never age — they just keep dancing.