Bold and the Beautiful Key Moments April 3: The Good Dad and Bad Dad
There are many fatherly moments on the Thursday, April 3 episode of The Bold and the Beautiful. Liam went off on Bill while Hope leaned on Deacon. Meanwhile, Steffy confided in Ridge about her concerns with Luna. This is just the tip of the iceberg in today’s episode.
Daddy Dearest
First, let’s get to Liam (Scott Clifton) and Bill (Don Diamont). His father acted like the male version of Joan Crawford in Mommie Dearest. Liam went OFF on Bill about releasing Luna (Lisa Yamada) and then pardoning her. Then, in a shocking twist, Liam declared that he quit working at Spencer Publications. Liam wanted to break out of his father’s shadow and make it alone. He doesn’t want to carry the Spencer name anymore.
Bill told Liam that he was quitting a job that was handed to him on a silver platter. He took one step lower and told his son that he was a lost little sheep. Yes, we agree that Liam is a little bit lost right now. But that was way harsh, Bill. That wasn’t all that was said. Bill laid into Liam about his past and the mistakes he’s caused with his relationships.
This put Liam in a literal tailspin. He tried to share some last words with his father before he left, but he couldn’t. The words wouldn’t come out of his mouth. Liam felt dizzy. He fell down and hit his head on the table. What happened to Liam? Is he going to survive?
I’ll Be There For You
Hope (Annika Noelle) left Brooke’s (Katherine Kelly Lang) house because she was tired of hearing about Ridge (Thorsten Kaye). She already felt betrayed by her own mom. So, she reconnected with her father. Deacon (Sean Kanan) assured Hope that he will always be there for her, no matter what. He also offered Hope the opportunity to stay with him. But will Hope take him up on his offer? Would she want to be around Deacon and Sheila (Kimberlin Brown)? Is she willing to throw her relationship with her mom away?
Walking Free
Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) also needed her father. They connected at their office. Ridge (Thorsten Kaye) received a text from Bradley Baker (Dan Martin) stating that the investigation into Luna’s pardoning was ongoing. Steffy was concerned that Luna’s freedom could impact her marriage. She believed that Finn (Tanner Novlan) didn’t want anything to do with his daughter. Yet, she knows that he has complicated feelings about it. On the flip side, Steffy still has fond feelings for Liam. Is this foreshadowing that Steam could reunite?
Meanwhile, Katie (Heather Tom) spoke to Brooke about the change in Hope’s personality. She almost slapped her mother! Katie hasn’t forgotten. Hope hasn’t been herself lately, and she’s a bit lost, especially now that she’s lost her job. (Maybe she should end up with Liam instead of Steffy.) Do Brooke and Katie have every right to be concerned about Hope? What does this foreshadow? Is Hope headed down a dark path?
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Choosing between the GMC Sierra 1500 pickup and its mechanical twin, the Chevy Silverado, comes down almost entirely to which truck’s styling you prefer. Both of these full-size pickups can be had in an almost endless combination of cab size, engine type, bed length, tow capacity, and interior trim. The all-important engine lineup consists of four options: a base turbocharged four-cylinder, a 5.3-liter V-8, a 6.2-liter V-8, or a muscular Duramax diesel capable of towing 13,300 pounds. Like the Silverado, the Sierra 1500 is available as a single cab, double cab, or four-door crew cab with bed lengths ranging from 5.8 to 8.2 feet. Of course, four-wheel drive is available on all body styles. GMC leans on its Denali and Denali Ultimate trims to attract those looking for a side of luxury with their pickup truck, and both ring in at several thousand dollars less than the rival Ram 1500. The Sierra wins the towing race by 450 pounds, but the Ram brings a cushier ride and more lavishness to the cabin, two reasons among several others that it, and not the Sierra, has won our 10Best award multiple times.
Aside from a couple of minor updates, like new 22-inch wheels, the 2025 GMC 1500 pickup is largely a carryover from 2024. This generation was introduced in 2019, and the Sierra got a refresh in 2022; GMC hasn’t unveiled any plans to update it drastically any time soon.
The price of the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 starts at $38,945 and goes up to $86,690 depending on the trim and options.
We like the Sierra Elevation trim because it does what its name says: elevates the experience. It occupies a middle ground in terms of price but comes with a desirable appearance package that looks cool. You’ll also have to select between a few different cab configurations and bed lengths depending on what fits your needs. Four-wheel drive is available at an extra cost should you require it.
The Sierra is available with four different engines, two different transmissions, and rear- or four-wheel drive. The base setup is a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder that makes 310 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. There are two well-known V-8 options: a 355-hp 5.3-liter and a 420-hp 6.2-liter. A torque-rich, light-duty diesel six-cylinder generates 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet. All three engines hook up to a 10-speed automatic. The Sierra 1500 also can be outfitted with adaptive dampers and wheels as large as 22 inches. The standard Sierra has a rougher ride than the Ram 1500, but it still handles remarkably well thanks to responsive steering and restrained body roll. While the Sierra lacks the extreme off-road abilities of the high-flying Ford F-150 Raptor, it does offer two dedicated off-road variants. The rugged AT4 model boasts a 2.0-inch suspension lift and other legitimate trail-flogging equipment. The AT4X shares several features with the Silverado ZR2, including advanced spool-valve dampers, electronic-locking front and rear diffs, extra skid plates, and gnarly off-road tires mounted on black 18-inch wheels. An AT4X AEV package adds even more serious off-road accessories, like a steel front bumper with a winch, AEV 18-inch wheels, and steel rock sliders.
At our test track, a loaded Denali Ultimate model with the 6.2-liter V-8 hit 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds. We haven’t tested the Sierra with the other engine options, but we have completed more tests with the mechanically similar Chevy Silverado. With the 5.3-liter V-8, the Silverado 1500 needed 6.1 seconds to hit 60 mph; with the diesel, the Chevy hit 60 mph in 6.8 seconds.
The half-ton GMC pickup can tow up to 13,300 pounds and support a payload up to 2530 pounds when properly equipped.
Because the Sierra 1500 offers multiple body styles, chassis lengths, and bed lengths, the fuel economy for each engine will vary depending upon the truck’s size and equipment. Those most concerned with fuel efficiency should entertain the optional diesel engine, which is rated up to 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway. However, most Sierras will be packing the 6.2-liter V-8 that comes standard with the Denali model. It’s estimated to earn up to 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway when paired with four-wheel drive. The Sierra 1500 Denali 4WD Crew Cab we tested achieved 18 mpg in our real-world highway test. For more information about the Sierra’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Inside, the Sierra feels designed with the driver in mind. The controls are all easy to reach and the quality of the materials generally increases with the trim levels. Starting on the SLE, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster becomes standard. Spending big on the upper trims unlocks even more desirable features, including a head-up display and a power-adjustable steering column. The Denali Ultimate is where things get seriously upscale thanks to open-pore wood trim and a surplus of leather-covered surfaces. The front seats also feature 16-way power adjustments as well as massage functions. Interior cubby storage is more than adequate for storing all manner of small items. While GMC doesn’t offer any particularly innovative storage features, the Sierra 1500 can be had with a trick tailgate that has multiple configurations. There’s also a class-exclusive carbon-fiber-reinforced cargo bed that is lighter and supposedly stronger than steel.
Most Sierra 1500s feature a 13.4-inch touchscreen through which the truck’s infotainment system runs (base models get a 7.0-inch screen). The larger screen includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. It also has built-in Google software that allows users to access an app store, maps, and a voice assistant. Other available features include a 12-speaker Bose audio system, wireless phone charging, and additional power points.
The half-ton Sierra has a host of standard driver-assistance technology. It’s also available with nifty off-road assists, such as a Terrain mode that allows one-pedal driving in low-speed situations. The Sierra offers a multicamera system that can give the driver a view of what’s behind when towing a trailer as if the trailer is not there. The Denali can also be equipped with GM’s Super Cruise hands-free-driving tech, which operates on a vast network of roads across the country and can be used with a trailer attached. However, it’ll only change lanes on its own if there’s nothing hooked up to the truck. For more information about the Sierra’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
