Bold and the Beautiful star Jacqueline MacInnes Wood is expecting her fifth baby and is just two months away from giving birth. Many are now wondering if the actress will be on maternity leave soon. If so, what does that mean for her character, Steffy Forrester?
Bold and the Beautiful: Will Steffy Take a Break?
On Monday, March 17, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood announced in her official weekly newsletter that she is pregnant with baby number 5. The Bold and the Beautiful star confirmed her 'little secret' after months of pregnancy rumors circulating online.
"I'm almost 7 months pregnant! Our family is beyond excited, and my kids are over the moon," JMW wrote. "It's such a special time in our home—so much love, energy, and anticipation!"
With Wood nearing her due date, Bold and the Beautiful predictions tease Steffy Forrester will be temporarily off the canvas soon. Although the actress has not yet confirmed her upcoming maternity leave, it's worth noting that she took a break from filming during her previous pregnancies.
What Will Pave the Way for Steffy's Exit?
Of course, Steffy will need a solid reason to leave Los Angeles, paving the way for Wood's temporary exit. During her third pregnancy in 2022, Steffy fled to Europe, heartbroken over the belief that Finn was dead. The following year, during her fourth pregnancy, she once again left the country—this time to distance herself from Finn because of Sheila Carter.
Many are now speculating about how Bold and the Beautiful will temporarily write Steffy out as Wood's maternity leave approaches. One possible storyline could involve a serious marriage crisis with Finn Finnegan.
If Finn chooses to have a relationship with her daughter, Luna, that could be enough to drive Steffy away. She may take a break from all the drama and fly to another country, just like she did in the past.
Or perhaps Steffy will be caught up in the aftermath of Hope Logan and Carter Walton's corporate coup. Now that they've regained control, the Forresters must focus on restoring order to the business. She may need to travel to Paris to smooth things over personally at Forrester International. While there, Steffy might also take the opportunity to update Thomas Forrester on the latest family and business drama.
Then again, there could be an even more serious reason for Steffy to leave. Bold and the Beautiful rumors suggest Sheila Carter and Luna Nozawa will team up against her. The threat of these two villains might just push Steffy to keep herself and the kids safe in another place.
Regardless of the storyline, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood's maternity leave is sure to shake things up on Bold and the Beautiful.