Matthew Atkinson Returns to The Bold and the Beautiful with New Twists

Fans of The Bold and the Beautiful were in for a double shocker on Monday’s episode when Thomas, portrayed by Matthew Atkinson, returned to Los Angeles. But he wasn’t alone; he reappeared with his son Douglas (Henry Joseph Samiri) and a new fiancée, Paris Buckingham (Diamond White).

What Happened Between

It wasn’t long ago that Thomas left town brokenhearted after Hope refused his marriage proposal. Now, it appears he has moved on—fast! During an interview with Digest, Atkinson revealed his initial response to Thomas’s new romantic twist. Initially, my response was, ‘I have no response,’ because I’m so used to so many things that I don’t expect happening, he shared.

A Refreshing New Dynamic

Atkinson expressed enthusiasm about working with Diamond White, citing their limited screen time together in the past. I was excited to finally get to work with Diamond instead of just sort of being ships passing in the night, he explained. The return marks a significant shift for the character and introduces a refreshing dynamic.

The Love Triangle Continues

Although Thomas has found someone willing to commit, questions linger about the authenticity of his feelings for Paris. According to Atkinson, you don’t know if your feelings for someone are behind you until you are put in front of the person and speak to them. This suggests ongoing unresolved feelings for Hope.

The Family’s Reaction

Unsurprisingly, Thomas’s family is as surprised by the engagement as the fans. While they are supportive, they also wonder if this sudden engagement is just another impulsive decision.I think that they are excited and happy for him…but they’re also wondering those questions about whether this happened too quickly and if it will last, Atkinson noted.

The Future for Thomas

The way forward for Thomas remains uncertain. Leaving his heartbreak behind—and now engaged to Paris—he still faces challenges reconciling his past emotions. Douglas’s perspective is notably positive as he enjoys newfound familial love.I think from his perspective…he’s living the dream, says Atkinson. As for how Thomas will navigate these changes, Atkinson believes his character has grown wiser during his time away.