The latest drama at Forrester Creations has sparked heated reactions from Hope Logan supporters who believe Ridge Forrester is employing a glaring double standard. As Ridge publicly condemns Hope for her involvement in the corporate takeover while seemingly ready to forgive Carter Walton for the same actions, Hope’s fans are speaking out across social media platforms about what they see as an unfair pattern of blame.
HOPE FANS POINT TO A TROUBLING PATTERN
According to passionate Hope supporters, this isn’t an isolated incident but part of a long-standing pattern where Ridge excuses his children’s behavior while demonizing Hope. “Today is the day I dreaded on Bold. Totally trashing Hope day,” one fan posted on X. “Daphne is Daft to believe what Stef drills into her. She doesn’t know Hope and Ridge is brainwashed. They have no right to railroad her this way.”
Multiple social media comments from Hope fans highlight how Ridge seems to conveniently forget that Thomas Forrester was involved in Emma Barber’s tragic death and obsessively pursued Hope to disturbing extremes. Yet in their view, Ridge portrays Thomas as a victim led astray by Hope’s influence rather than holding him accountable for his own erratic behavior.
Similarly, Hope’s supporters point out that Steffy Forrester has targeted Hope repeatedly over the years—from sabotaging her fashion line to interfering in her relationships. “Ridge is a big pretender,” one fan commented, criticizing what they see as his bias toward his children at Hope’s expense.
WHY HOPE FANS BELIEVE RIDGE AVOIDS THE TRUTH
Many in Hope’s fanbase theorize that Ridge finds it easier to align himself with Taylor Hayes, who they feel reinforces his perception that his children are inherently good people who can do no wrong. In contrast, they suggest Brooke Logan serves as an uncomfortable mirror reflecting truths about his family that he’d rather avoid.
“Ridge can’t stand that Brooke calls out his children’s bad behavior while Taylor just enables it,” one supporter commented. This perspective from Hope fans explains why they believe Ridge ran back to Taylor when his relationship with Brooke hit rough patches—with Taylor, he can maintain what they see as a fantasy about his children’s behavior.
THE DOUBLE STANDARD THAT ANGERS HOPE’S SUPPORTERS
Hope fans are particularly vocal about what they perceive as Ridge’s readiness to forgive Carter despite his betrayal. “I am very frustrated that Hope is gonna be the one to pay the price for Carter’s scheme and he gets off scot-free,” one fan shared on X. “Ridge and Eric only promised to keep the line, not to keep Hope. (And Carter got nothing in writing to guarantee either scenario).”
These supporters argue that unlike Hope, Carter had no history of being mistreated by the Forresters, making Ridge’s differential treatment even more unfair in their eyes. Many express frustration that Hope, who they believe has legitimate grievances after years of mistreatment from both Thomas and Steffy, is cast as the manipulative villain while others escape accountability.
EMMA’S DEATH: A KEY POINT FOR HOPE SUPPORTERS
One of the most troubling chapters for Hope fans remains Thomas’s involvement in Emma Barber’s death. They frequently reference how Emma was rushing to tell Hope that her baby was alive when Thomas aggressively pursued her on the road, leading to her fatal accident. Yet they note Ridge has never held his son accountable for this incident.
“The way Ridge glosses over Thomas being involved in Emma’s death but vilifies Hope for much less is exactly why I can’t stand his character anymore,” commented one frustrated viewer. This perceived hypocrisy remains a rallying point for Hope’s supporters.
HOPE FANS RALLY IN HER DEFENSE
The sentiment among Hope’s fanbase on forums and social media remains strongly united in her defense. “Hope has been gaslit by the Forresters for YEARS,” one fan commented. “She’s expected to forgive Thomas for his obsession and Steffy for her constant antagonism, but when she finally stands up for herself, she’s made out to be the villain.”
Others describe what they see as “classic narcissistic family dynamics” where the truth-teller (Hope) becomes the scapegoat while the problematic family members are protected. “Ridge can’t handle the mirror Brooke holds up to his family,” another supporter observed.
While opinions on Hope’s role in the coup remain somewhat mixed—with some fans defending her actions completely and others acknowledging she made mistakes—the overwhelming consensus among her supporters is that Ridge’s treatment of her represents a severe double standard compared to how he treats his own children and even Carter.
As this storyline continues to unfold, Hope’s passionate fanbase shows no signs of backing down in their defense of a character they believe deserves better treatment and recognition for the challenges she’s faced within the Forrester family dynamic.
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Nancy Bannister Nancy Bannister is a veteran soap opera columnist with a passion for the genre spanning four decades. A fervent fan of "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "The Young and the Restless," her expert commentary is featured weekly in Soap Opera Magazine. Away from her professional commitments, Nancy is a proud grandmother of seven, an avid gardener, and maintains a blog on her favorite shows, gardening tips, and family life. Her personal touch and deep connection with her subjects make her work an enjoyable read for soap opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike View all posts
