Early spoilers for The Bold and the Beautiful airing December 8–12, 2025 reveal a week packed with explosive emotions, family tension, and surprising romantic developments. The central storyline focuses on Eric Forrester, whose rising frustration leaves Taylor Hayes stunned, while the rest of the Forrester and Logan families scramble to understand what is really going on with the Forrester patriarch.

The preview first revisits the events from the end of the current week. On Wednesday, December 3, Bill Spencer confronts Ridge Forrester over how poorly Ridge and Brooke treated Katie during the PR fiasco involving her son. Many online fans argued that Katie might have been overreacting, yet Katie feels completely sidelined—not only ignored by Ridge and Brooke, but replaced when the pair brings in an outside PR firm. Bill, watching how hurt she is, considers sweeping her back to Spencer Publications, even threatening to “take Katie” away from the toxic work environment at Forrester Creations. Ridge and Brooke may even encourage her to consider Bill’s offer, which would only make Katie more furious and push her further toward leaving.

Meanwhile, Donna Logan surprises Brooke with concerning news about Eric’s health. Donna sees subtle signs that Eric, affectionately known as her “Honey Bear,” isn’t well. Brooke will likely rush this information to Ridge if he hasn’t already heard directly from Eric. Although the word “cancer” hasn’t been spoken, the possibility hangs in the air, and fans brace for another frightening storyline involving Eric’s declining health.

On Thursday, December 4, the spotlight shifts to Deacon Sharpe, who is enjoying heartwarming moments with his children, Hope and Dee. Both kids are relieved their father is back in their lives, and they look forward to having him at Hope’s upcoming December wedding. But beneath the joy is deep anxiety: Hope and Dee desperately want Deacon to sever ties with Sheila Carter, fearing she is a danger to him and their family. Ironically, Deacon is already thinking about ending things with Sheila—but not because of danger. He is increasingly drawn to Taylor Hayes, though he won’t admit this to his children. If he gushes too enthusiastically about Taylor’s wisdom, kindness, or therapy sessions, Hope and Dee may begin suspecting a budding romance.

Tensions rise further when Ridge encourages his father to slow down and enjoy whatever time he has left. Instead of gratitude, Eric snaps—furious at the implication that he should give up the fashion world he loves. The conversation hints at a grim possibility: the show may be setting up another emotional, near-death Christmas arc for Eric. Donna worries that continuing to work could jeopardize Eric’s health, while the Logans and Forresters unite in urging him to rest. But the more they push, the more Eric resists, accusing them of trying to push him aside because he’s “the old guard.”

On Friday, December 5, Steffy opens up to Finn about the deep connection she shares with her grandfather and her growing fear that something serious is happening with his health. Finn cannot disclose medical details due to HIPAA, but Steffy pleads with him to help however he can. Given that Finn helped save Eric during his previous medical crisis, she hopes he’ll step in again. By the end of the week, nearly everyone—Brooke, Ridge, Donna, and Steffy—agrees Eric needs to step back from work and prioritize his well-being. Eric, however, remains stubborn and defensive.

Looking ahead to December 8–12, the drama intensifies. Katie seriously considers returning to Spencer Publications to work with Bill—a move that could reignite old sparks and shift the balance of power within the Logan family. There may also be friction involving her son Will, who seems determined to stay close to Electra Forrester at FC rather than follow Katie.

Meanwhile, the rift between Eric and Ridge grows, fueled by Eric’s refusal to admit the extent of his health issues. The Forresters fear a repeat of their earlier father-versus-son battles, complete with secrecy, pride, and family division. Eric’s health crisis becomes the dominant storyline as Christmas approaches, overshadowing nearly everything else.

Still, not all the news is heavy. Wedding preparations continue for Hope and Liam, who are expected to marry by the end of December. At the same time, Hope and her brother become increasingly aware that Deacon’s marriage to Sheila is cracking. Once they sense Deacon’s interest in Taylor, they will stop at nothing to pull him away from Sheila permanently—a dangerous mission if Sheila catches on.

As fans brace for a dramatic holiday season, one thing is clear: between Eric’s alarming health problems, romantic shake-ups, and rising family tension, the Forrester world is on the brink of a major emotional storm.