Is Finn Too Perfect? Why The Bold and the Beautiful Should Darken Steffy’s Dashing Husband!

Since his debut, Dr. John “Finn” Finnegan has been hailed as the ultimate romantic hero on The Bold and the Beautiful. With his movie-star looks, caring demeanor, and unwavering devotion to Steffy, Finn has become the kind of husband many viewers dream of. He’s loyal, compassionate, and has repeatedly stepped in as a stabilizing force amidst the chaos of Los Angeles’ most glamorous families.

But in a soap opera world built on betrayal, secrets, and messy drama, one question is starting to surface among fans: Is Finn too perfect?

The Problem With Perfection

Soaps thrive on flawed characters. From Ridge’s waffling between Brooke and Taylor, to Sheila’s unending reign of terror, to Thomas’s manipulations, every character has a mix of light and dark. These flaws keep storylines alive and audiences engaged. Finn, on the other hand, has been written as the voice of reason—the moral compass who always seems to do the right thing.

And while that’s refreshing in small doses, too much perfection can actually weaken a character. Finn risks becoming one-dimensional if he’s only ever Steffy’s knight in shining scrubs.

Why Finn Needs a Darker Edge

Darkening Finn doesn’t mean turning him into the next Sheila Carter, but it does mean giving him complexity. Maybe his protectiveness over Steffy could spiral into possessiveness. Maybe his medical ethics could be compromised if he bends the rules for a patient—or for his family. Or perhaps a hidden past could come to light, showing that the good doctor isn’t as squeaky-clean as he seems.

Soap fans love when a hero is tested. Imagine Finn struggling with jealousy, making a morally gray choice, or being tempted by someone who isn’t Steffy. It would add tension not just to his marriage, but to his dynamic with the Forresters, the Spencers, and even Sheila.

The Sheila Factor

One of Finn’s most compelling storylines came from his connection to Sheila, his biological mother. While he has rejected her time and again, that bond offers endless opportunities for conflict. What if Finn starts to see parts of Sheila in himself? What if her manipulations push him to darker choices, blurring the line between good and evil? This would not only honor his roots but also create juicy, high-stakes drama.

Fans Want More

Viewers have already begun discussing this issue online. While many adore Finn as Steffy’s rock, others admit they’d like to see him shaken up. Soap characters don’t need to be villains to be compelling—but they do need flaws that make their journeys unpredictable.

Giving Finn a darker arc would not only deepen his character but also open the door to new rivalries, betrayals, and shocking twists. Imagine the heartbreak if Steffy realized her perfect husband wasn’t so perfect after all.

The Bottom Line

Finn has all the makings of a soap superstar: charisma, romance, and a central role in one of the show’s most iconic families. But without a touch of darkness, he risks fading into the background as just “the good guy.”

It’s time for The Bold and the Beautiful to embrace Finn’s shadows. Not to destroy his marriage or villainize him completely, but to remind viewers that even the brightest heroes can cast a darker shadow. After all, perfection might be nice in real life—but in daytime drama, it’s the flaws that keep us watching.