February 2026

 

Billy Flynn joined THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS in June 2025 as Cane Ashby, who returned to Genoa City to reconnect with his ex-wife, Lily Winters (Christel Khalil), and make his mark among the other titans in town.

 

He is known to television audiences for his more than 10-year run as Chad DiMera on “Days of our Lives.” Flynn received three Daytime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his work on the show.

 

Other film and television credits include guest appearances on MATLOCK, HAWAII-FIVE 0 as well as the feature films “Dead on Arrival” and “Escape Room.”

 

Originally from the Minneapolis area, Billy is a graduate of St. Cloud State University, where he earned a degree in finance and major in economics. After completing his studies, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career.

 

Billy and his wife, Gina, live in Los Angeles with their two sons.

 

His birthday is May 29. Follow him on Instagram @inlikebillyflynn.