Corporate juggernaut Victoria Newman (Amelia Heinle) found herself in an abusive relationship with J.T.

Hellstrom (Thad Luckinbill).

During an altercation with J.T., Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott) killed him in self-defense.

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Mariah became alarmed when she found a significant amount of cash hidden around her and Tessa’s apartment.

Eventually, Tessa divulged everything to Mariah about how Sharon and the others were responsible for J.T.

’s disappearance and how she blackmailed them, perSoaps.

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Mariah later learned that the women kidnapped Tessa in retaliation to force a confession out of her.

However, “The Young and the Restless” can’t let a couple be happy for too long.

Mariah, the maker of her own destiny, allowed her paranoia to get the better of her.

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Sadly, Tessa showed up at home shortly after and immediately knew what had happened, perSoaps.

However, Tessa supported her through every step of the process.

However, Tessa wasn’t on board with this plan, which caused friction in their relationship.

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With that hurdle behind them, Tessa agreed to look into starting their own family (viaCheatSheet).

After years of struggles in their relationship, Mariah and Tessa were finally married in May 2022.

Dubbedthe “Teriah” wedding, Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor) officiated the 70s-themed ceremony.

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Mariah and Tessa smiling at their wedding