1989 (#16) - Beau's discovery of his identity and Eric's understanding of it

The show, which is undoubtedly the event of the year in the field of fashion, proves to be a magnificent success, both for critics and the public. Stephanie and Sally are the godmothers of the event, but their idyllic relationship is destined to be short-lived. The enthusiasm for the success of the parade, in fact, suddenly vanishes when Kristen and Donna enter the scene, respectively representing the Forrester and Spectra, for the grand finale. To the general astonishment and shock, in fact, both Kristen and Donna wear the same dress, which embarrasses the entire éntourage of the two fashion houses. When a tired and overworked Clarke realizes the irreparable damage, it's too late: in the rush, in fact, Clarke has inadvertently delivered the same dress to the two models, not realizing, thus, not only to ridicule the Forrester and Spectra, but also to have revealed his identity as Beau Rivage. In an instant, the relaxed and cordial atmosphere between the two fashion houses vanishes into thin air and between Sally and Stephanie, who realizes how Spectra has been using one of their designers all this time, the historical rivalry that has always distinguished them returns stronger than ever. The most enraged of all is Ridge, who accuses Clarke of betrayal and asks Eric to fire him; but the man, under pressure from Kristen who asks her father to give him a second chance, decides to give up for now. However, the situation for Clarke becomes more and more complicated when the first negative effects of the scandal and the loss of Forrester's credibility begin to arrive; in fact, despite Ridge's explanations and justifications, two important Australian distributors, led by Kelsey Fisher and Harvey Miles, decide not to renew their supply contracts.