‘Young & Restless’: Melissa Ordway Reveals She Is Looking for New Job After Bosses’ Shock Decision
Melissa Ordway might have been part of a big wedding storyline on The Young and the Restless‘ 13,000th episode on Wednesday (November 13), but the actress’ future with the daytime drama is in doubt.
On Wednesday, Ordway went on Instagram Stories to show off her new shorter haircut. Explaining the reason for the updated look, Ordway wrote, “Honestly, it’s been an interesting couple of months. The show decided to take me off contract so I decided to change my look up a bit for auditions.”
She added, “Definitely not something I wanted but I love and respect my YR family and appreciate any time they ask me back.”
Ordway joined the Young and the Restless in March 2013, replacing Marcy Rylan in the role of Abby Newman. She was nominated for a Daytime Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama in May 2022.
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When a fan asked what “off contract” meant, Ordway explained, “I’m still playing Abby. I’m just not guaranteed episodes and can work on other projects. I’m still a part of the YR family and pray they continue to let Abby be a part of all the things in Genoa City. Trust me, I hope I’m still there all the time!”
She continued, “I think they’re just focusing on other characters and storylines. But I worked today and lots of fun stuff coming up!”
Melissa Ordway Instagram
Ordway’s Abby married Devon Winters (Bryton James) on Wednesday’s episode. It marked Abby’s third marriage on the show and Devon’s second. Speaking to TV Insider’s sister site Swooon, Ordway said of Abby and Devon’s marriage, “I really do feel it’s a match made in heaven.”
“They started as best friends, they know everything about each other and I just think all the years leading up to this has just built such a great foundation for their relationship,” she added.
Prior to joining the Young and the Restless, Ordway appeared in the comedy-drama series Privileged, the Nick at Nite telenovela Hollywood Heights, and the teen drama 90210. She’s also featured on 32 episodes of The Price Is Right as a model.
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About ready to ditch Y&R. The Sharon storyline is exhausting. Now you’re bringing back these people most of us don’t even remember. Now you bringing back, Jordan, who somehow has gotten out of the prison system again just ridiculous. I’m over it. Instead of getting rid of Abby, maybe you should get some new writers.
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I totally agree. Those writers suck. They just rehash old stories and add ones that are off-the-wall unrelatable!
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I agree ! Taking time off !
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I agree 👍
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I just came back after I left watching the show 8 years ago. I'm disappointed in the Sharon story line. Never liked her character. I think letting Abby go is a big mistake. Bringing back old characters is showing the writers they can't seem to bring new stories to the show. I guess I will leave for another 8 years.
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Totally agree
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Please conclude the Sharon storyline. It is hard to watch.
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You are so right. I fast forward thru it
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I think thats a bad decision being you just got married. The Sharon saga is one they need to evaluate. And now the two psychos from the Past are back. It makes me Want to stop watching.
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I always fast forward the Sharon segments of the show! Can’t stand wasting time watching her character!😩
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I'm so disappointed they brought Jordan back yet again!! Sad the writers can't develop better. I'm goin̈g to not watch for a couple months hoping this pathetic let down will be over by then. Don't get me 2rong. Jordan was good the first time, OK the second time but come on.....
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I'm with you!
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I totally agree. Been watching for years, but the Sharon storyline is exhausting. I'm outta here...taking Abby out and bringing back Jordan...come on already...bye bye Y&R...
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That totally sucks! Hang in there Melissa; your storyline has more twists and turns for fans to follow!
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I like Abby Character
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No way that's terrible you were great, they definitely made a bad decision to do that, hope you end up back on there. Sorry Melissa
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I wonder about the writer's. Do they know anything about Bipolar? If this is how Bipolar victims will be if they don't take their meds, maybe there should be a specific place for them from society. Really, Writer's? You Insult them greatly. Bring back a sane lovely Sharon. You Are The SICK ones.
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Please get rid of Sharon and the invisible bloody shirt man. Tired of them. Please keep Abby!
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I think it absolute bull that Jordan somehow broke out of maximum security and is free again but, Abby is leaving.What was the point of her and Devin getting married. Sharon finally told the truth but, what will Nick do? He's always trying to save her. I can't wait for people to find out that Phyllis was right.
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To me it doesn't make she sense. Y have Abby & Devon get married then?! Y such a big milestone 4 them, yet Abby character is put on off contact/ reccuring status , sounds & feels disrespectful 2 both Melissa & Abby!? I hope they change their mind & bring Abby back with a good SL soon! Or I hope she gets a chance 2 do other acting projects! Ur fans love & will miss you U Melissa & wish U only the best we hope this reccuring/off contract status is only temporary & we see Abby come back with a bang stronger & more determined as ever 2 B the best Newman/Abbott/Winters ever & what's going 2 happen 2 her restersunt now that she's gone!?
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Please don't take Melissa off this show for God's sake what are you all thinking change the storyline . The story that you have put Sharon thru is in same she has always been great. Think about the storyline guys. All my friends are bored with it. And bringing back those two on Friday for next week is stretching desperate actually
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Abby and Devon are just starting their lives together. They could be the next Victor and Nicki, since no one else can stay married. Please leave Abby on the show!
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It’s just ridiculous now bring them 2 evil people back on the storyline please keep Abby storyline on please!!!!!
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This show has become a joke. Jordan? Ian? Same old writings. Please stop doing repeats. It's bringing down the show.
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It’s a huge mistake to take Melissa off contract. She’s the best and one of the reasons I still watch the show.
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I'm not sad that Nordway is not going to be on Y&R as much anymore and I wish her well. But I never liked her and Devon together as a couple anyway. They do not make a great couple at all. Her and Chance did and Elaina was better for Devon not Nate.
I like Nate with Audra because he and Victoria together was another no-no.I also hope that Nick and Sharon are reunited and for good this time. Sally and Adam as well and this time let them have a baby again.This time for keeps. With eventually a marriage proposal and a yes answer .👏 Plus Billy needs to growup and get a life for himself already (w/Phyllis) and stop blaming everyone for his downfalls. Phyllis has more balls then he does!! I always thought they were good together anyway. They compliment each other and one more thing. Please do not return Ian or Claire's aunt back on because their roles are not worth (watching) it. Boooring!!!!😴👎👎
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Wigs are. very fashionable ,
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Thank you that was the biggest mistake ever there was no chemistry with them. There was no emotion between the two of them at all. Everyone I know is truly disappointed when you put those two together. I will say, I prefer Abby over Sharon she can stay gone. I’ve been watching Y&R for over 30 years her best acting was in her teens and 20s that’s it. I don’t know what happened. It’s like she just gave up.
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The writers suck,,!!take Abby off contract, to bring back theses old story line with Jordon and Iran for what,??? So dumb!! Doesn't make sense!!!!!
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Who is Ian Ward?
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I think that’s a terrible idea!!! She is a special cast member and for her to just get married to Devon, and now be gone, makes so sense. Writers can do better than to let a good actress go! Be creative writers to keep her!!!
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Nov 14th epìsode
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Can’t stand watching her, she is always whining. I fast forward when she comes on.
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Sharon is aggravated
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Good ridden the writers should have never paired her with Devon. She and Chance should been the next power couple to replace Victor and Nikki.
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I've watched Y&R since the beginning! Love ❤️ this show! I have nothing negative to say about the storyline! Great writers for this Soap Opera!
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Not a fan !! Buh byeeeeee !! Take Devon with you please !!!!!
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Love Abby and Devon hope you hang in for awhile
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He’s so boring 😩😩
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