CBS' "The Young and the Restless" has officially clocked 25 consecutive years as daytime's #1 drama series. The soap is pacing for its largest audience to begin a season since the 2011-2012 television season with 5.1 million viewers tuning in on average to the trials and tribulations of Genoa City's elite. "I am so proud of the talented cast and crew, past and present, for making 'The Young and the Restless' #1 for 25 years," said Angelica McDaniel, Senior Vice President, CBS Daytime. "A special thank you to our loyal and passionate fans for helping us reach this incredible milestone."