In 2006, Patrick Duffy took over the role, and he’s been recurring ever since.

After getting kicked out of the women’s lives, Ridge claimed he was leaving to do some soul-searching.

Yet, it’s now apparent that he’s been doing more than re-evaluating his life.

Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl smiling

Bill and Sheila have been together for months with everyone scratching their heads as to why.

Ridge’s return may bring up some difficult feelings for Brooke to deal with.

But Brooke quickly put a stop to it, acknowledging that she just wasn’t ready yet.

Linda Purl and Patrick Duffy smiling in the snow

Whatever the outcome, we’re just thrilled to see Duffy and Purl returning!