Billy Flynn has found his groove after taking over the role of Cane on The Young and the Restless. The Days of Our Lives actor made his debut as Cane last year and has slowly won approval from fans. While Flynn is comfortable in his new role, he admits to being nervous when he first started.
Key Takeaways
- Flynn made his debut as Cane in June 2025.
- Flynn took over the role from Daniel Goddard.
- Upon learning his character and Cane’s history, Flynn worried he might not be up to the challenge.
Billy Flynn Didn’t Think He Could Be Part Of Another Supercouple
Flynn had a huge challenge taking over the role of Cane from Daniel Goddard. Fans loved Goddard’s performance as Cane and the character’s relationship with Lily (Christel Khalil).
When Flynn learned he’d be playing Cane and the writers planned to reunite him with Lily, the actor was worried. “In the beginning, I was like, ‘Oh, no. It just felt like another mountain to climb,” he told Soapy Podcast.
Flynn went on to reflect on his popular DAYS pairing of Chad and Abby, and the recasting of Abby. “I was Chad and Abigail. I did it with two actresses, which isn’t easy.”
Kate Mansi played Abby during Chabby’s early years. But after Mansi left, Marci Miller took over the role. Although it was a challenge for all involved, Flynn had nothing but praise for his former leading ladies.
”When Kate Mansi was there, we became this huge couple. And then when Marci Miller came, who is a brilliant actress, her and I took it to a whole new level.”
Flynn admitted he struck gold twice with the Chabby pairing, but didn’t know if he had it in him for Cane and Lily. But thanks to his Y&R leading lady, Flynn is feeling great. “It’s like I did it again.”
Cane and Lily’s Road to Reunion
Cane and Lily’s journey to reuniting wasn’t easy. The Aristotle Dumas debacle and Cane’s quest for power had Lily viewing her ex-husband in a negative light.
However, in recent months, Lily’s stance has softened. Cane coming to Malcolm’s (Shemar Moore) rescue earned him brownie points with Lily.
The couple grew closer, and they finally gave in to passion during a recent dinner date. With Cane and Lily officially back together, fans and Flynn can’t wait to see what happens next.
