Michael Mealor
Born
Michael Mealor

(1992-02-29) February 29, 1992
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Occupation(s)Actor
Model
Years active2014–present
Known forThe Young and the Restless

Michael Mealor (born February 29, 1992) is an American actor and model. He is known for his role as Kyle Abbott on the CBS daytime soap opera The Young and the Restless (2018–present).[1] Previously, he was a former model for Abercrombie and Fitch. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. He joined the main cast of The Young and the Restless in 2018 and departed in 2021. In 2022, it was announced that Mealor will return to reprise his role as Kyle on a long-term contract. [2]

Career

The Young and the Restless

Mealor joined the CBS daytime soap opera The Young and the Restless in 2018 for the role of Kyle Abbott, the prodigal son of Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) in celebration of the Soap's 45th anniversary.[3] He joined his co-star Hunter King whom played Summer Newman as her character's love interest. In 2021, Mealor confirmed his exit from Y&R and only made brief appearances on the show.[4] In 2022, it was announced, that Mealor would return to reprise his role as Kyle following the return of Y&R veteran Susan Walters who plays Kyle's mom, Diane Jenkins. [5]

Filmography

Television

Year Title Role Notes
2014 Chasing Life Frat Guy Season 1 Episode 13: Guess Who's Coming to Donate
2015 Here Now Bart Short film
2015 Supergirl Fratty dude Season 1 Episode 4: Livewire
2016 Fall into me Tom Shield Season 1 Episode 1: Pilot
Season 1 Episode 2: Measurements
2016 Roadies Josh the Runner Season 1 Episode 5: Friends and Family
2018-present The Young and the Restless Kyle Abbott Main Role: March 29, 2018 – August 6, 2021; October 12–15, 2021; March 15, 2022; April 25, 2022 – present
2021 It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Tony Season 15 Episode 4: The Gang Replaces Dee With a Monkey

Films

Year Title Role Notes
2014 Indigenous Michael

References

  1. ↑ "Michael Mealnor". cbs.com. Retrieved 7 April 2022.
  2. ↑ "Michael Mealor Back to Y&R!". Soap Opera Digest. Retrieved April 7, 2022.
  3. ↑ "Y&R Cast New Kyle". Soap Opera Digest. Retrieved 16 April 2022.
  4. ↑ "Michael Mealor confirms Y&R Exit". Soap Opera Digest. Retrieved 16 April 2022.
  5. ↑ "Michael Mealor Discusses His Return To 'The Young And The Restless' For Emotional Reunion With Long Lost Mother". Entertainment Tonight Canada. Archived from the original on April 14, 2022. Retrieved 16 April 2022.
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