Days of Our Lives casts Conner Floyd as Chad DiMera, replacing Billy Flynn after over a decade in the iconic role
Actor Conner Floyd has been brought on board to play Chad DiMera in the long-running soap opera Days of Our Lives. The casting comes following Billy Flynn's exit from the role after portraying the character for over ten years. Floyd is known for his previous work as Philip 'Chance' Chancellor on The Young and the Restless.
Floyd officially began filming his new role on June 23. However, due to the show's pre-filming structure, his on-screen appearance as Chad DiMera will not air until April 2026.
Billy Flynn moves on to new role
Billy Flynn, who had been the face of Chad DiMera since 2014, has moved to The Young and the Restless, where he now plays the role of Cane Ashby. Flynn made his debut on the show on June 19. Speaking about his departure from Days of Our Lives, Flynn told TV Insider, 'I am grateful for my years at Days. It changed my life in the best ways.'
Dear YR fans,Give Billy Flynn a chance. I think you all will love him like we did on Days Of Our Lives You added a powerhouse actor on your cast He won't let you down. He never let us downHe's blown us all away#YR #Days #Chabby pic.twitter.com/oM8yQPbHeE
He further shared, 'I've spent the last 10-plus years playing this amazing character and telling one of the all-time great love stories. And now I'm excited for this opportunity and to test myself in a new way.'
In a March interview with Variety, Flynn added, 'I love acting, and I love stories, and I never imagined I would just tell one story for the rest of my life.'
Floyd confirms casting on Instagram
Floyd confirmed the news by posting a photo on Instagram in front of his dressing room, pointing at the nameplate. 'See y'all in Salem!' he captioned the image, referencing the fictional setting of the show. Flynn himself congratulated Floyd in the comments: 'Congrats @connergfloyd! Chad is in great hands. You're gonna crush it, man.'
A character with legacy
The character of Chad DiMera first appeared on Days of Our Lives in 2009, originally portrayed by Casey Deidrick. Flynn took over the role in 2014 and helped shape the character's story, especially through Chad's romantic arc with Abigail Deveraux.
Fans can catch Days of Our Lives streaming exclusively on Peacock.
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