How many children does Victor Newman have on The Young and the Restless? A complete breakdown

Victor Newman has ruled Genoa City’s business boardrooms and living-room screens on The Young and the Restless since 1980. Yet the tycoon’s proudest assets remain the 4 children who keep his name front and center.

Victor Newman, played by Eric Braeden, built Newman Enterprises from scratch, but he also built a family that drives much of the soap's drama. His offspring, 2 daughters and 2 sons, came from different relationships and carry very different temperaments.

The number sometimes confuses casual viewers because Victor’s marriages, annulments, and brief flings stretched more than four decades. Storylines have teased miscarriages, switched DNA tests, and even rumors of “secret” heirs, yet as of now, the confirmed total remains 4. Below is a clear, factual look at each child’s origin and current standing in Genoa City lore.

The Young and the Restless: Victor Newman's Children

Victor Newman has 4 acknowledged biological children: Victoria and Nicholas with Nikki Reed Newman, Abby with Ashley Abbott, and Adam with the late Hope Adams.

No verified paternity twists have added to this figure since Adam’s reveal, and current scripts reference only these 4 as direct heirs. Their paths shape much of Genoa City’s drama. Each thread ties back to Victor’s enduring influence, ensuring the Newman family remains central to the show’s future arcs.

Victoria Newman is Victor's oldest child

Victoria on The Young and The Restless (Image via Facebook/@The Young and The Restless)

Victoria Nicole Newman was born on-screen in 1982 as the first child of Victor and Nikki Reed. Her childhood blended country-club privileges with the chaos of her parents’ breakups.

By the early 1990s, rapid aging turned her into a teenager who mixed ambition with rebellion. Victoria has served as chief executive, launched beauty lines, and battled Victor in court, only to share a quiet drink with him the next night.

Her marriages to Ryan McNeil, Cole Howard, J.T. Hellstrom, Billy Abbott, and Ashland Locke mixed romance with corporate fallout, which became the core of her major storylines.

Victoria has 4 children through these relationships: Claire Grace by Cole, Reed Hellstrom by J.T., Katie Abbott and Johnny Abbott, Billy's son, whom she adopted as her own. She is still at Newman Enterprises, steering deals that echo her father’s style yet adding her touch.

Nicholas Newman is the second-oldest child of Victor Newman

Nick on The Young and The Restless (Image via Facebook/@The Young and The Restless)

Nicholas Christian Newman was born on December 31, 1988. When Victoria chased the top chair, Nick often looked for a simpler lane. High-school romance with Sharon Collins painted him as the everyday Newman, though he never strayed far from family drama.

The loss of his teenage daughter, Cassie, marked a turning point, pushing Nick into battles with guilt, new love, and his father’s expectations. He opened the Underground nightclub, walked away from the office, but then raced back to protect the company when needed.

Nick’s bond with Victor swings from loyal son to outspoken critic, but their respect usually finds its way back.

Also read: What happened to Cassie Newman on The Young and the Restless? Character’s fate explored

Adam Newman grew up without knowing the truth about his paternity

Adam on The Young and The Restless (Image via Facebook/@The Young and The Restless)

Adam Newman spent his early years on a Kansas farm with his mother, Hope Wilson. Learning as an adult that Victor was his father ignited a long-running feud. Adam’s history includes forging diaries, engineering hostile takeovers, switching babies, and faking his demise.

Yet flashes of conscience keep him from pure villain status. Adam remains the wild card, sometimes protecting the Newman name, other times tearing it apart when he feels pushed away.

Also read: What is happening with Adam Newman on The Young and the Restless? Everything to know as Mark Grossman completes 6 years of his portrayal

Abby's birth was a result of a fertility clinic twist orchestrated by Ashley Abbott

Abby Newman is both Newman and Abbott. She was conceived after Ashley Abbott secretly used Victor’s frozen sperm sample, and for years, she believed Brad Carlton was her father.

When the truth surfaced, Abby took the Newman name while keeping strong ties to the Abbott family. Early adult life featured her “Naked Heiress” stunts, lawsuits against Victor for her trust fund, and a reality-show dream.

Recent stories reshaped her as a businesswoman and the mother of her son, Dominic. Abby’s dual heritage lets her bridge two rival clans, giving Victor an unexpected line of connection to the Abbotts he still spars with.

Also read: I was disappointed Abby didn’t make it to the train on The Young and the Restless— until I realized why it mattered

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About the author

Preethika Vijayakumar is a Daily Soap writer at Sportskeeda with a keen interest in pop culture. Although a law student, her curiosity about the world and passion for writing inspired her to explore and analyze the complex narrative and diverse character arcs that define the daily soaps.

With experience as a legal content writer, Preethika also achieved a notable accomplishment as her work was published in a book about criminology and victimology. As a fellow binge-watcher, Preethika aims to provide insightful analysis based on her firsthand viewing experiences, ensuring accuracy and relevance in her writing.

Outside of professional endeavors, she enjoys reading, playing guitar, and creating ceramics. Her favorite celebrity is Jensen Ackles, and if given the opportunity, Preethika would love to be a part of his show, Supernatural, although she isn’t sure she could last until the end.

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