How many women played the role of Nikki reed on the young and the restless?

Nikki Reed, a character on "The Young and the Restless," has been portrayed by two actresses. The original actress, Melanie Thomas, played the role from 1978 to 1980. However, the character is most famously associated with actress Melody Thomas Scott, who took over the role in 1980 and has continued to portray Nikki Reed ever since.