As of today, Nick Marone is back on The Bold and the Beautiful — and honestly, we couldn’t be more thrilled. The dashing sea captain turned businessman has always made waves in Los Angeles, and now that he’s back, we’re diving headfirst into all the juicy romantic possibilities. Teasers hint he’s got his eyes on Brooke Logan (again!), but is that really the most exciting match for him in 2025?

Can This Sea Captain Still Steer Hearts?
Let’s start with Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang). Sure, the chemistry was always there — passionate, dramatic, and undeniably sexy — but haven’t we all seen that show before? Teasers show she’s the reason for his return. She’s the one that got away. But, Nick (Jack Wagner) deserves something fresh, and frankly, Brooke’s plate is always a little too full with obsessing over Ridge (Thorsten Kaye) and whatever other chaos she’s swirling in. Still, if anyone can shake up her love life and steal the spotlight, it’s Nick.

But what if he turned his attention to Taylor? Okay, okay, she’s living the dream as Ridge’s one-and-only right now, but what of it? Taylor and Nick’s connection was never fully explored, and now might be the perfect time. Taylor (Rebecca Budig) is grounded, smart, and still stunning — plus, wouldn’t it be deliciously ironic if Nick swooped in just as Brooke thought she had Taylor beat again? We could see sparks flying from the moment they lock eyes.

Katie (Heather Tom) is another intriguing option. She’s strong, steady, and deserves a man who’s going to put her first — not treat her like a backup plan. A Nick and Katie pairing could be bold, balanced, and romantic in a way we haven’t seen in a while. We’d root for them.

And if we really want to stir the pot… what about Donna (Jennifer Gareis)? She’s loyal to Eric (John McCook), but let’s face it, Nick has the charm to turn anyone’s head. A forbidden fling between Donna and Nick would be outrageous, scandalous, and oh-so-fun to watch.

All of the Above?
Of course, we wouldn’t mind if Nick went full Casanova and got entangled with more than one Logan woman. Brooke and Donna? Katie and Taylor? The possibilities are endless — and we’re absolutely here for the chaos.

Nick’s return is a golden opportunity for B&B to shake things up in the romance department. Whether he finds true love, heartbreak, or something steamy in between, we’re ready to sail wherever this ship goes. Just one thing’s for sure: it’s going to be a wild ride.