Multiple actors had played the character prior to Mealor, but none of them lasted long on the soap.

Her return created a cascade of problems in his life.

Thankfully for fans, Mealor is reflecting on his half-a-decade journey as Kyle and giving new insight to fans.

Michael Mealor posing

In an interview withSoaps, the actor said, “Kyle was a spoiled kid for a long time.

Now, he’s a husband and a father.

He’s much more responsible now than he was when I first stepped into the part.

Michael Mealor posing

The same growth experienced by the character on screen has transferred into his personal life.

Mealor noted, “As Kyle evolves, so has Michael in a way.

You get a little older, and it’s time to choose to be the man in the room.

I have a great relationship with my dad, and so does Kyle with Jack.”