The Young and the Restless without Victor Newman? There was a time when Eric Braeden considered walking away one year after joining the soap.

When Eric Braeden first learned that an iconic set from "The Young and the Restless" would be making a comeback for the show's 13,000th episode, he never expected to have such an emotional reaction. Then he visited it in person for the first time.

The Young and the Restless yesterday hit a huge milestone as the show celebrated its 13,000th episode. And in the buildup to the big day, the show unveiled a treat for the fans and for stars like Eric Braeden: the return of the original Newman ranch.