
Fan Support Is Already Pouring In
On Reddit, someone casually dropped a headshot of Sofia and asked if she could be a good fit for Summer. The replies came fast and supportive. Most people jumped on the idea, calling her an ideal choice to play a more mature version of the character. One fan pointed out that Sofia could bring a depth to the role that hasn’t been there before. “She’d be the most adult Summer we’ve had,” they said, adding that she would totally crush it.
Of course, fans aren’t blind to what she brought to GH either. Some admitted it would be bittersweet to see her in a new role so soon. One even confessed, “I loved her as Sasha. One of the few characters I actually cared about.”
But Not Everyone’s Convinced
As always, soap fans don’t agree on everything. Some are flat-out against the idea—not because they dislike Sofia, but because they think she’s better suited for something original. “Give her a new role, don’t just recycle Summer again,” one person argued. Another bluntly stated, “She deserves a better show.”
Then came the debate about age. Someone said she might be too old for the part, but they got corrected almost instantly. So that argument didn’t hold for long.
Familiar Chemistry Could Be a Bonus
One of the biggest reasons fans think this recast could work is the past chemistry between Sofia and the actress who plays Phyllis. They’ve acted together before—and it showed. Now imagine bringing that dynamic into the world of Y&R, this time as mother and daughter. There’s already a built-in spark, and writers wouldn’t have to do much heavy lifting to make it believable.
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