Gloria Abbott Bardwell

Gloria Abbott Bardwell
The Young and the Restless character
Judith Chapman as Gloria Abbott Bardwell
Portrayed by
Duration
  • 2004–2018
  • 2020–present
First appearanceJune 9, 2004
ClassificationPresent; guest
Created byKay Alden, John F. Smith and Trent Jones
Introduced by
Crossover
appearances
The Bold and the Beautiful
In-universe information
Other names
  • Gloria Simmons
  • Gloria Fisher
  • Clarissa
Occupation
HusbandRiver Baldwin (1957–1975)
Tom Fisher (1976–2006)
John Abbott (2004–2005, 2005–2006)
William Bardwell (2007)
Jeffrey Bardwell (2008, 2008–2009, 2012–2016)
SonsMichael Baldwin
Kevin Fisher
GrandsonsFenmore Baldwin
Miles Fisher
GranddaughtersBella 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.