There’s always something exciting brewing on The Young and the Restless. Actor Joshua Morrow, aka Nick Newman, has something to say about one of the most debated dynamics on the soap. Fans love comparing Nick and Sharon to the legendary power couple Victor and Nikki. But Morrow says it’s not that simple. In fact, it’s like comparing apples and oranges. Why is it? Find out!

Why ‘Shick’ Falls Short of Victor and Nikki’s Legacy

There’s a key player in Nick and Sharon’s story that Victor and Nikki never had to deal with. Yep, we’re talking about Phyllis. For Morrow, the presence of Phyllis in the mix is a game-changer on The Young and the Restless. Moreover, the Y&R actor thinks that Phyllis will always be a problem for them. But don’t get it twisted, as he isn’t complaining.

In fact, the love triangle involving Sharon, Nick, and Phyllis is one of his favorite storylines. Joshua explained, “That elevated Nick’s character into a completely different echelon of leading man if you will.” There’s no denying that Nick’s romantic history is a bit of a rollercoaster, with two important ladies at the center.

On one side, there’s Sharon, the quintessential young love. Their relationship has that classic “Romeo and Juliet” vibe—beautiful, passionate, and heartbreaking. Additionally, the duo have caused each other pain, but their deep connection persists. On the other side is Phyllis, who entered Nick’s life at a dark time. Morrow admits, “She literally saved Nick’s life after Cassie died.”

He acknowledges that Phyllis not only saved Nick from spiraling but gave him a renewed sense of purpose. Unlike Victor, who doesn’t face the same threats in his relationship with Nikki. Nick finds himself continuously drawn to both Sharon and Phyllis. Joshua said, “He’s never going to turn the page on either one of them. They’re always going to go back.”

Furthermore, Nick has too much history and too much love, even if it manifests differently with each of them. Whether it’s Sharon or Phyllis, Nick will always find his way back to one of them. The soap actor is also grateful to work with Sharon Case and Michelle Stafford. He added, “They’re just awesome talents and really good friends of mine.”