Christian Jules LeBlanc
1991-1993; April 1997 to Present
Christian Jules LeBlanc, who stars as attorney Michael Baldwin on The Young and the Restless, rejoined the cast of the CBS daytime drama in April 1997. He previously played the role from 1991 to 1993.
Christian produced and starred in his first short film, Puppy Love, which co-starred fellow castmate Tricia Cast (Nina, Y&R). The film was honored as the Outstanding Short Film at the Los Angeles International Short Film Awards in April 2001.
Christian has appeared on the television programs Cheers, Gabriel's Fire, and Perry Mason. He also had a recurring role on the series In the Heat of the Night and played Kirk McColl on the CBS daytime drama As the World Turns.
Christian's stage credits include Ladies in Retirement, in which he co-starred with the legendary actress Julie Harris, and No Orchids For Miss Blandish.
He graduated with honors from Tulane University, where he majored in ancient history and pre-med. He opted to pursue an acting career after he was offered a role in the PBS television series Edit Point.
Christian was born in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. He is the second oldest of eight children whose father, retired Major Andre Victor LeBlanc, is a decorated veteran and winner of the Bronze Star.
Christian lives in Los Angeles with his two dogs. His hobbies include water skiing, swimming, racquetball and body surfing. He is an award-winning artist who is currently writing and illustrating his first children's book. He has also worked as a substitute teacher in the Los Angeles school district. Christian is a world traveler, whose journeys have taken him to Australia and the Middle East.
He stands 5' 10" tall and has brown hair and brown eyes. His birthday is August 25.
Venice the Series (Web series)
Actor
November 23, 2011 - Present
ACME Hollywood Dream Role
Himself
2010
ACME Saturday Night
Guest host
2010
The Guiding Light
Wedding Guest
2009
As the World Turns
Michael Baldwin
April 4, 2005 to
April 5, 2005; guest appearance
Diagnosis Murder
Coach Caldwell
1995
Red Shoe Diaries
Leonardo
1994
Perry Mason: The Case of the Killer Kiss
1993
The Young and the Restless
Michael Baldwin
1991-1993; April 1997 to Present
Gabriel's Fire
Kyle Ray
1991
Monsters
1991
Seeds of Tragedy
Driver
1991
In the Heat of the Night
Patrolman Junior Abernathy
1988
Cheers
Assistant #2
1987
Hotel
Daniel
1986
Riptide
1986
As the World Turns
Kirk McColl
1983-1985
The Essence of Depp
Bob Jr.
2008
Puppy Love (short)
John Luster
2000
The Disturbance at Dinner
Pat in the Box
1997
Daytime Emmys Winner, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (
2005,
2007,
2009)
Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (
2005,
2007,
2008,
2009,
2011,
2014,
2015,
2016)
Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (1999, 2000, 2003, 2004)
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Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013,
2014,
2015,
2016)
Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (2003, 2004)
Soap Opera Digest Award Nominee, Favorite Return (1998)
PLACE OF BIRTH: Fort Bragg, North Carolina
DATE OF BIRTH: August 25, 1958
HEIGHT: 5' 10"
HAIR: Brown
EYES: Brown
News Archive: LeBlanc joins ranks of first-time Emmy winners. [May 20, 2005]
News Archive: Eighth Emmy nomination in ten years for LeBlanc. [May 14, 2009]
News Archive: Christian LeBlanc recuperating after breaking his wrist. [Aug 11, 2009]
News Archive: LeBlanc emotional, "well-medicated" in third Emmy win. [Aug 30, 2009]
News Archive: LeBlanc pre-nominated for Daytime Emmy. [May 1, 2013]
News Archive: Interview: Christian LeBlanc tells Deadtime Stories. [Oct 1, 2013]
News Archive: Christian LeBlanc on the blood, sweat and tears (of others) that landed him an Emmy nomination [Apr 2, 2015]
News Archive: Christian LeBlanc leaving Y&R for GH? [Apr 30, 2015]
News Archive: Daytime stars challenge Hollywood celebs to join the genre [May 5, 2015]
News Archive: Christian LeBlanc and Michelle Stafford help honor Y&R stage manager [Feb 8, 2016]
News Archive: Y&R reveals new cast photo in celebration of 11,000th episode [Jul 19, 2016]
News Archive: WATCH: Christian LeBlanc interviews cast mates about Y&R's 11,000th episode, the Bell family's "dream come true" [Sep 1, 2016]
News Archive: Y&R's Christian LeBlanc guest stars on Single Mom A Go-Go [Nov 16, 2016]
News Archive: WATCH: Y&R stars crack each other up in co-star quiz [Feb 4, 2019]
News Archive: MELODY OF LOVE: Daytime stars celebrate iconic Y&R star Melody Thomas Scott's 40th anniversary [Feb 21, 2019]
News Archive: A new love interest for The Young and the Restless' Michael?! Christian LeBlanc on his character's romantic future [Oct 17, 2019]
News Archive: Cast and crew from The Young and the Restless shoot short film Across the Room [Oct 29, 2019]
News Archive: The Young and the Restless actors star in new film written and directed by former Y&R scribes [Dec 9, 2019]
News Archive: WATCH: The Young and the Restless stars have social distancing dance party [Mar 30, 2020]
News Archive: Iconic theme song reimagined by The Young and the Restless cast members [May 4, 2020]
News Archive: The Young and the Restless might be forced to write a COVID-19 story [May 7, 2020]
News Archive: Soap stars from across networks team up to perform one-act plays by soap writer Scott C. Sickles [Jul 2, 2020]
News Archive: The Baldwin and Fisher families take center stage on The Young and the Restless [Jul 9, 2020]
News Archive: The Young and the Restless' Christian LeBlanc launches art website [Nov 15, 2021]
News Archive: Christian LeBlanc marks 30 years as The Young and the Restless' Michael Baldwin [Nov 24, 2021]
News Archive: WATCH: Which Y&R star knows their lines the best (and more interesting facts about the cast) [Mar 22, 2023]
News Archive: Christian LeBlanc opens up about his battle with cancer and his gratitude for observant fans [Oct 27, 2023]
News Archive: Kate Linder and friends afternoon tea charity event raises $50,000 [Jun 25, 2024]