Christel Khalil Celebrates 20 Years as Lily Winters on The Young and the Restless: “You’ve Been With Me Through It All”

It’s a milestone few daytime actors ever reach — and one that speaks to both talent and legacy. Christel Khalil is officially celebrating 20 years of portraying Lily Winters on The Young and the Restless, marking two decades of love stories, heartbreaks, scandalous twists, and unforgettable triumphs in Genoa City.

In an emotional tribute shared with fans, Khalil reflected on the long, transformative journey that began when she first stepped onto the Y&R set as a teenager. With genuine gratitude, she acknowledged the viewers who have stood by her through every storyline imaginable.

“Through every romance, heartbreak, challenge, and success, you’ve been there with Lily and me through it all,” she said, her message resonating with longtime fans who have watched Lily grow from a rebellious teen into one of the show’s most beloved and resilient women.

Over the years, Lily Winters has survived family upheaval, tragic losses, career reinventions, and explosive love triangles — including one of the most iconic couples in modern Y&R history: Lily and Cane. Khalil’s performance has earned her critical acclaim, a Daytime Emmy Award, and a permanent place in the hearts of viewers who’ve followed Lily’s emotional journey.

Now, as she celebrates this milestone, Khalil promises that the next chapter is only just beginning.

With excitement for what’s ahead, she teased that fans can expect “even more surprises to come,” hinting that Lily’s future may hold new twists, relationships, or dramatic shifts that will once again test her strength and reshape her destiny in Genoa City.

For now, fans are showering the actress with love, gratitude, and nostalgia — celebrating not only Lily’s evolution, but Christel Khalil’s enduring presence on daytime television.

Here’s to an extraordinary 20 years… and to whatever unforgettable stories the next 20 will bring.