[Spoiler]’s Health Gets Worse on Feb. 17

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The episode opens with Brooke showing Ridge the Eye on Fashion magazine to highlight the hype surrounding the mystery designer behind the new line. Ridge admits the publicity is good, but he believes the designer may not live up to expectations. The conversation then shifts to Eric’s stress, with both of them expressing growing concern about his health.

Spoilers for what happens on The Bold and the Beautiful today on February 17, 2026

Donna pressures Eric to quit Katie’s line

As Eric works on his sketches at the Forrester mansion, he becomes increasingly agitated. Donna urges him to take a break and join her by the pool. Eric refuses, saying he is under too much pressure to finish the line. Worried about his condition, Donna pushes him to tell Katie that he cannot continue designing. Eric eventually admits that he may have made a mistake by agreeing to take on the collection.

Eric experiences a health scare

Elsewhere, Bill pressures Katie to ensure the line stays on track, insisting they need to “light a fire” under Eric. Katie, however, is deeply concerned about Eric’s health and fears the stress is taking a toll on him. Bill remains focused on the business and dismisses her worries. As the pressure mounts, Eric reflects on Ridge giving him the opportunity to return to the company. Overwhelmed and exhausted, he begins to struggle to breathe.

Brooke and Ridge are shocked

Meanwhile, Brooke and Ridge decide to check on Eric at the mansion. As Eric’s condition worsens, Donna begs him to stop working. He insists that he is fine, but Donna knows he is not and tries to call for help. Eric stops her and reassures her that she will not lose him.

Moments later, Brooke and Ridge arrive and are stunned to see sketches scattered around the room. Suspicious, they ask what is going on as Eric and Donna awkwardly try to cover up his secret work.