End of an Era – J. Eddie Peck Says Goodbye to Y&R…and Cole It’s an emotional day for fans…and for the actor himself. By Amber Sinclair Jul 03, 2025 4:46 p.m. ET End of an Era – J. Eddie Peck Says Goodbye to Y&R…and ColeIt’s an emotional day for fans…and for the actor himself. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) 34 Comments The Young and the Restless fans are still reeling after Cole Howard’s emotional final moments on July 3. As Cole took his last breath on screen, viewers were left grieving not only the character but also the actor who brought him to life. J. Eddie Peck, who reprised his iconic role back in 2023, is officially saying goodbye to Y&R — and his farewell is as heartfelt as his portrayal. A Touching Goodbye From J. Eddie Peck In a moving Instagram post, Peck shared his gratitude and love for the fans, cast, and crew who made his return unforgettable. “Just a quick shout out as Cole takes his last breath on the show today — and with that, this chapter of my journey on The Young and the Restless comes to a close. I want to thank all of you — my fans, friends, and Y&R family — for welcoming me back with such incredible warmth and support. Your messages, posts, and enthusiasm made this return deeply meaningful for me. I’ll do a lil follow up with a video later today or this eve. Much love ❤️ J.Eddie” WATCH THIS: Did you know SoapHub has a podcast?! Check it out here! Join the SoapHub community and make your opinion matter Comment The actor’s words hit home for longtime viewers who have followed Cole’s journey over the decades. From his complicated love story with Victoria (Amelia Heinle) to his tangled connection to the Newman family, Cole has been a key player in some of Genoa City’s most dramatic storylines. What’s Next for J. Eddie Peck? While Peck hasn’t revealed his next move, fans are already speculating about where they might see him pop up next. Could another soap snatch him up? Might he return for a ghostly cameo in Genoa City down the line? Soapland never says never, and Cole’s presence could linger long after his death.

End of an Era – J. Eddie Peck Says Goodbye to Y&R…and Cole

It’s an emotional day for fans…and for the actor himself.

By Amber Sinclair 

End of an Era - J. Eddie Peck Says Goodbye to Y&R...and ColeIt’s an emotional day for fans…and for the actor himself.

The Young and the Restless fans are still reeling after Cole Howard’s emotional final moments on July 3. As Cole took his last breath on screen, viewers were left grieving not only the character but also the actor who brought him to life. J. Eddie Peck, who reprised his iconic role back in 2023, is officially saying goodbye to Y&R — and his farewell is as heartfelt as his portrayal.

A Touching Goodbye From J. Eddie Peck

In a moving Instagram post, Peck shared his gratitude and love for the fans, cast, and crew who made his return unforgettable.

“Just a quick shout out as Cole takes his last breath on the show today — and with that, this chapter of my journey on The Young and the Restless comes to a close. I want to thank all of you — my fans, friends, and Y&R family — for welcoming me back with such incredible warmth and support. Your messages, posts, and enthusiasm made this return deeply meaningful for me. I’ll do a lil follow up with a video later today or this eve. Much love ❤️ J.Eddie”

The actor’s words hit home for longtime viewers who have followed Cole’s journey over the decades. From his complicated love story with Victoria (Amelia Heinle) to his tangled connection to the Newman family, Cole has been a key player in some of Genoa City’s most dramatic storylines.

What’s Next for J. Eddie Peck?

While Peck hasn’t revealed his next move, fans are already speculating about where they might see him pop up next. Could another soap snatch him up? Might he return for a ghostly cameo in Genoa City down the line? Soapland never says never, and Cole’s presence could linger long after his death.

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