At age 78 in 2025, Victor Newman remains the undisputed king of Genoa City. The net worth of this self-made billionaire is estimated between $18–60 billion, he has been married 13 times (four of them to Nikki Reed), stands an imposing 6’1″ (185 cm) tall, weighs around 185 lbs, and still commands every scene on The Young and the Restless. Played by Eric Braeden since 1980, Victor is more than a soap character—he’s a cultural icon of power, heartbreak, and unbreakable family loyalty.
From Orphan to Billionaire: Victor Newman’s Real Age & Early Life
Born Christian Miller on March 7, 1947, in Buffalo, New York, Victor was abandoned at age 7 and grew up in an orphanage. That childhood pain became the fuel for everything that followed. He changed his name to Victor Newman—“a victorious new man”—and by his early 30s had built an empire that would make real-world tycoons jealous.
His towering height of 6’1″ and disciplined weight of 185 lbs (kept steady by Braeden’s real-life workouts well into his 80s) made him instantly intimidating on screen. Fans still talk about how a man in his late 70s can look and act like he could buy and sell entire cities before breakfast.
| Biography Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Birth Name | Christian Miller |
| Current Age (2025) | 78 years old |
| Birth Date | March 7, 1947 |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) |
| Weight | Approx. 185 lbs (84 kg) |
| Orphanage Entry | Age 7 |
| First Appearance on Y&R | February 1980 |
| Created By | William J. Bell |
Married 13 Times: Victor Newman’s Wild Dating & Marriage History
Few characters in television history have said “I do” more than Victor Newman. He has been married 13 times to 7 different women, with Nikki Reed claiming four of those weddings. Their on-again, off-again supercouple status is legendary—surviving alcoholism, shootings, comas, and countless affairs.
Other notable marriages include two to Ashley Abbott (yes, the mother of his daughter Abby via stolen sperm), a tragic union with Sabrina Costelana that ended with her death days after the wedding, and even a short-lived marriage to his former daughter-in-law Sharon Newman.
In 2025, Victor and Nikki are still together, but new storylines show him secretly sabotaging Victoria’s romance with Nate Hastings—proving that even at age 78, Victor hasn’t stopped meddling in his children’s dating lives.
| Spouse | Marriage Years |
|---|---|
| Julia Newman | 1970–1981 |
| Nikki Reed | 1984, 2002, 2008 (invalid), 2013–present |
| Ashley Abbott | 1990–1993 & later remarriage |
| Hope Wilson | 1994–1995 |
| Diane Jenkins | 1997 & 2011 (both annulled) |
| Sabrina Costelana | 2008 (died shortly after) |
| Sharon Newman | 2012 (twice, both annulled) |
Net Worth & Salary: How Rich Is Victor Newman in 2025?
Victor’s fictional net worth is estimated anywhere from $18 billion to $60 billion, built through Newman Enterprises—a conglomerate that owns everything from cosmetics and publishing to cutting-edge tech and AI divisions introduced in recent seasons.
While Victor’s exact salary as CEO is never stated on the show, Eric Braeden reportedly earns around $5,000 per episode, translating to several million dollars a year for the actor. That real money pales in comparison to Victor’s fictional fortune, complete with private jets, a massive ranch, and the ability to buy entire companies on a whim.
Height, Weight & Presence: Why Victor Still Dominates at Age 78
Eric Braeden, now 84 in real life, keeps himself in remarkable shape. Victor’s canonical height of 6’1″ and weight around 185 lbs give him that larger-than-life silhouette that makes boardroom scenes electric. Even in 2025 storylines—where he’s taking on AI threats and family betrayals—Victor moves like a man half his age.
Fans constantly comment on social media that his physical presence is a big reason the character never feels “old,” no matter how many times the show tries to slow him down with heart attacks or fake deaths.
2025 Storylines: What’s Next for Victor Newman?
Right now on The Young and the Restless, Victor is secretly weaponizing AI against the Abbotts, hiding the plan from Nikki, reuniting with son Nick to take down an old enemy, and actively sabotaging Victoria’s love life “for her own good.” Classic Victor—ruthless in business, overprotective in family, and still the most fascinating man in Genoa City after 45 years.
For the full detailed history, visit the official page on Wikipedia – Victor Newman and the Y&R Fandom Wiki.
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