Conner Floyd portrayed Chance on The Young and the Restless from 2021 until the character’s untimely death in 2025. Shortly after, the happy news came that Floyd moved over to Days of our Lives to take over the role of Chad DiMera after Billy Flynn moved to Y&R as Cane Ashby. Soap Hub caught up with Floyd on the red carpet at the 2025 Daytime Emmy Awards.

Key Takeaways

• Conner Floyd transitioned from The Young and the Restless to Days of our Lives, taking over as Chad DiMera after Billy Flynn’s move to Y&R.
• Floyd revealed the surprising actor who inspired his emotional performance during Chance’s death scene.
• He discussed adjusting to DAYS’ advanced filming schedule and how it has reshaped his approach to acting.
• On the red carpet at the 2025 Daytime Emmy Awards, Floyd reflected on growth, challenges, and gratitude for both roles.

Conner Floyd Drew Inspiration From Surprising Source

Floyd shared the surprising actor whose scenes inspired him during Chance’s death scene, what it was like to move to a new daytime drama, and so much more. He also shared insight into how the switch to DAYS extended advanced filming schedule has changed his acting process, and so much more.