Don Diamont

Don Diamont, a prominent actor in daytime television, first captivated audiences as Carlo Forenza on ‘Days of Our Lives’ in 1984, before establishing his enduring legacy. In 1985, Diamont transitioned to ‘The Young and the Restless,’ taking on the iconic role of Brad Carlton. Over his tenure, his character evolved from a humble Abbott gardener to a shrewd businessman, garnering significant recognition from fans and critics alike. His widespread appeal was further cemented when PEOPLE magazine named him one of the ‘most beautiful people in the world’ in 1990, an unprecedented honor for a daytime actor at the time.

Prior to this, Diamont had also made history as the first cover model for Playgirl magazine in 1988. Diamont continued to build his diverse career through the 1990s and early 2000s, appearing on the cover of Playgirl magazine for a second time in 1995. He expanded his acting portfolio with guest roles on popular television series such as ‘Diagnosis Murder’ in 1997 and ‘Baywatch’ in 1998, the same year he appeared in the film ‘The Incredible Adventures of Marco Polo.’ In 2001, Diamont was honored with the Ambassador of the Year Award for his dedicated work with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. He further ventured into feature films with a role in ‘Anger Management’ in 2003.

on ‘The Bold and the Beautiful,’ maintaining his status as a beloved fixture in television, and is set to celebrate 40 years with CBS in 2025, marking a remarkable milestone in his distinguished career.