Gloria Abbott Bardwell

Gloria Abbott Bardwell
The Young and the Restless character
Judith Chapman as Gloria Abbott Bardwell
Portrayed by	Joan Van Ark (2004–2005) Judith Chapman (2005–present)
Duration	2004–2018 2020–present
First appearance	June 9, 2004
Classification	Present; guest
Created by	Kay Alden, John F. Smith and Trent Jones
Introduced by	William J. Bell and John F. Smith (2004) Bradley Bell (2014) Anthony Morina and Josh Griffith (2020)
Crossover appearances	The Bold and the Beautiful
In-universe information Other names Gloria Simmons Gloria Fisher Clarissa Occupation Executive assistant Waitress Realtor Nightclub owner (2010–2012) Husband River Baldwin (1957–1975) Tom Fisher (1976–2006) John Abbott (2004–2005, 2005–2006) William Bardwell (2007) Jeffrey Bardwell (2008, 2008–2009, 2012–2016) Sons Michael Baldwin Kevin Fisher Grandsons Fenmore Baldwin Miles Fisher Granddaughters Bella Fisher

Gloria Abbott Bardwell is a fictional character from The Young and the Restless, an American soap opera on the CBS network. The role was originated by Joan Van Ark on June 9, 2004, who portrayed the role until 2005, with Judith Chapman assuming the role on January 17, 2005. She is the mother of Michael Baldwin (Christian LeBlanc) and Kevin Fisher (Greg Rikaart). She is known for attracting troublesome men, and being quite troublesome herself. Gloria can be naive at times, always taking things to the extreme. Known for her over-the-top personality, she owned and operated Gloworm, the hottest Genoa City club, until it burned down.