Justin Hartley is stepping into some big shoes on “The Young and the Restless” — and he doesn’t mind if some fans don’t think he can fill them.
On Nov. 5, Hartley will take over the role of Adam Newman on the CBS soap, following the departure of Michael Muhney. But he’s not particularly worried if viewers don’t take to his portrayal of Newman.
“People are going to have their opinions, which I think is great — I welcome it and I love it,” Hartley, a veteran of “Passions,” “Smallville” and “Revenge,” told TheWrap.
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In his first official interview since landing the role, Hartley told TheWrap about dealing with fan expectations, his take on Adam Newman and how the new kid in town has been received on set.