Instagram/Eric Braeden TV Eric Braeden reveals his battle with pneumonia, details his recovery, and shares a health update for fans of The Young and the Restless. March 24, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Young and the Restless star Eric Braeden recently opened up about a health challenge that kept him away from the set. On March 23, Braeden posted a video on his official Facebook page explaining his absence and the medical issues he faced. Eric Braeden revealed that he battled pneumonia for about two weeks.