Conversation so far:
When was Ashley Abbott role cast?
The role of Ashley Abbott was cast in June 1982
Who got the Ashley Abbott role?
Eileen Davidson originated the role of Ashley Abbott in June 1982, until her first exit on December 2, 1988.
Did Eileen Davidson stay for the duration of the show?
Eileen Davidson's role was recast with Brenda Epperson, who portrayed Ashley for seven years from December 5, 1988 before leaving the role on December 21, 1995
Who replaced Eileen Davidson's role of Ashley Abbott?
Brenda Epperson replaced Eileen Davidson.

Question: what year was this?
Self-contained rewrite: What year was when Brenda Epperson replaced Eileen Davidson's role of Ashley Abbott?