HOLLYWOOD — Love has officially crossed from script to reality in The Young and the Restless. After months of speculation, subtle social media clues, and fan theories, actress Sharon Case has confirmed that she is in a real-life relationship with her on-screen partner Mark Grossman.
In a recent podcast interview, Case finally addressed the rumors that had been circulating for over a year. The actress, known for her longtime portrayal of Sharon Newman, revealed that her connection with Grossman (who plays Adam Newman) deepened naturally while working closely on set. “We became close friends first, and as time went on, that friendship turned into something more,” Case shared warmly.
Their chemistry on The Young and the Restless has always been a fan favorite — with viewers divided between the Sharon–Adam and Sharon–Nick camps. But according to Case, what fans saw on screen was often inspired by their genuine off-screen connection. “It’s easy to work with someone you trust and care for,” she said. “That kind of energy just shows through.”
The actress also explained how the couple’s decision to go public came during the height of the pandemic. Since safety protocols required distancing between cast members, Case and Grossman had to disclose their real-life relationship to continue filming their romantic scenes together without restrictions. “It was funny because we had to ‘confess’ just to keep filming as usual,” she laughed.
Their romance was not entirely secret, however. Eagle-eyed fans had long noticed their affectionate posts and matching vacation photos on Instagram. Still, this is the first time either of them has directly confirmed the relationship. The revelation delighted fans who have long rooted for the on-screen chemistry between Sharon and Adam — a pairing that has defined some of the soap’s most emotional moments in recent years.
Grossman, who joined The Young and the Restless in 2019, has brought new life to the complex and brooding Adam Newman. His portrayal of the character’s vulnerability and moral ambiguity resonated with Case’s steady grace as Sharon, making their pairing both electric and nuanced.
Off-screen, the two have maintained a low profile, choosing to focus on their work and personal happiness rather than tabloid speculation. However, Case’s openness in her interview has sparked renewed excitement among Y&R fans, many of whom have taken to social media to celebrate the couple.
“Sharon and Mark are proof that sometimes, what’s written in the stars finds its way off-screen,” one fan commented. “They just make sense — in every universe.”
As their real-life relationship blossoms, viewers can expect to see their on-screen chemistry continue to light up Genoa City. For now, fans are simply thrilled that one of their favorite fictional couples has found love in real life.
