Young & Restless Actress Christel Khalil’s Sons: Meet Them”

Time truly flies when you have children, as their growth and milestones vividly mark

the passing years. Christel Khalil, who has played Lily on “The Young and the Restless” since 2002,

celebrated her own significant milestone in August 2022: 20 years on the show.

In contrast to her often drama-filled character, Christel’s real life is much brighter and filled with joyous moments.

In September 2008, Christel married Stephen Hensley, and the couple welcomed their son,

Michael Caden Hensley, on April 17, 2010. Stephen announced Michael’s birth on social media, sharing the joyous news. Michael’s arrival brought immense happiness into Christel’s life. In March 2013, she shared a picture of young Michael getting his second haircut, seated in a barber shop chair shaped like a taxi, revealing his budding vibrant personality.

Christel has lovingly documented Michael’s growth over the years. In April 2013, she posted a collage on Instagram to celebrate his third birthday, showcasing his transformation from a newborn to a three-year-old. She reminisced about his birth, which took place at home in a birthing tub, describing it as the most amazing and painful experience of her life. Although Christel and Stephen divorced in 2011, she has continued to share precious moments from her son’s life with her followers.

One memorable moment came in January 2014 when Christel posted a picture of Michael standing in front of a large screen displaying a photo of her at a similar age. She captioned it, “I think it’s safe to say we look alike #minime,” highlighting the striking resemblance between mother and son, much to the delight of fans.

In February 2019, Christel shared a touching photo of herself and Michael enjoying a winter day together. Their close bond was evident in the way they looked at each other. Christel has often spoken about the profound impact Michael has had on her life. In a May 2019 interview with “Soaps in Depth,” she reflected on how becoming a mother changed her, saying, “I feel like I wouldn’t be the person I am today if I hadn’t had my son.” She explained that Michael had taught her countless lessons, including empathy and compassion. As a young mother, she initially thought she knew everything, but Michael showed her what truly matters in life.

In April 2022, Christel shared a photo of Michael celebrating his 12th birthday. The picture showed him with a big cake and a “12” candle, marking another year of growth. Christel expressed her disbelief at how quickly time had passed, writing, “12, where did the time go? Happy birthday to my little man.” She often reflects on how fast time flies. During a family trip to Italy in October 2022, she posted photos of herself and Michael enjoying the outdoors, acknowledging how quickly he was growing up. One fan commented, “He’ll be taller than you pretty dang soon.” Christel’s love for her son is evident, even having his name tattooed among her many other tattoos.

In November 2023, Christel shared exciting news with her fans. She posted a photo of her pregnant self, announcing that Michael was going to be a big brother. “Getting closer to meeting our baby boy,” she wrote, referring to her second child with her fiancé, Sam Rengo. By March 2024, Christel confirmed that she had given birth to another son, Remy. This new addition to the family provides Christel with yet another way to mark the passage of time.

Christel Khalil’s journey as a mother has been filled with joy, learning, and love. Her son Michael has been a constant source of happiness and growth, teaching her invaluable life lessons. As she continues to share their life together, fans of “The Young and the Restless” can look forward to more heartwarming moments from this beloved star and her growing family.