Fans of The Young and the Restless are in for some heartbreaking news that will leave many in shock. Y&R alum Hunter King, who portrayed Summer Newman for years,

has been going through a deeply emotional time lately. As the holiday season draws near, Hunter has taken to social media to share a touching tribute to her beloved

grandmother, whose recent passing has left her, and many fans, devastated.

In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Hunter shared several sweet photos of her grandmother, accompanied by an emotional message honoring her life and legacy. The tribute not only showcased the strong bond between the two but also revealed just how much this loss has affected Hunter.

“Happy birthday to a National Treasure and someone who I’m lucky enough to call my grandma,” Hunter wrote, visibly emotional. “Everyone who knows you loves you — it’s true. This woman has more friends than anyone I’ve ever met.” Her words were filled with love and gratitude, reflecting the deep admiration she held for the woman who helped shape her life.

Hunter continued, “The minute people meet you, they fall in love and wish they got to call you family. Somehow I lucked out and get to call you mine.” The heartfelt message painted a picture of a woman who touched the lives of everyone around her, spreading warmth, kindness, and positivity wherever she went.

As Hunter reflected on her grandmother’s impact, she closed the tribute with a final message of love: “Thank you for inspiring me every day, for sharing your heart with so many. I love you to infinity.” It’s clear that this loss has deeply shaken the actress, and her fans are joining her in mourning the passing of a woman who was so beloved by those who knew her.

This tragic news comes as Hunter King continues her successful career outside of The Young and the Restless. While she’s been busy with various projects, including her work in Hallmark movies, it’s clear that the recent loss of her grandmother has taken center stage in her heart.

Fans of Hunter are also eagerly awaiting her upcoming Hallmark movie, Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, which will premiere on November 30th at 8 p.m. In this festive football-themed romance, Hunter stars alongside fan favorite Tyler Hines. The movie follows the story of Alana, a woman from a family of Kansas City Chiefs super fans, who forms a spark with Derek, the team’s director of fan engagement, as they work together on a fan-of-the-year contest. With Christmas magic in the air, a potential love story unfolds, much to the excitement of viewers.

Hunter’s grandmother, who was incredibly supportive of her career, had shared the movie poster on social media and expressed her excitement for Hunter’s role in the film. It was clear how proud she was of her granddaughter, and fans are now reflecting on how special Hunter’s bond with her grandmother must have been. In interviews earlier this year, Hunter spoke fondly of her upcoming holiday project, describing it as a “dream job” and promising that it would be a fun experience for everyone to enjoy.

But now, with her grandmother’s passing, the holiday season will undoubtedly feel different for Hunter. As she navigates the pain of this loss, she will also be honoring her grandmother’s memory with the love and joy she has always shared with her fans. This season, fans of both Y&R and Hunter’s Hallmark projects will be holding her close in their thoughts, sending love and support as she moves through this difficult time.

While Hunter’s fans are excited to see her shine in her upcoming movie, many will also feel the weight of her personal loss, knowing that this time of year will be bittersweet for the actress. Please join us in sending our deepest condolences to Hunter and her family as they grieve the loss of a truly remarkable woman who meant so much to all who knew her.