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On Nov. 17, 2020, Donny Boaz took to Instagram to explain why he’d have to take some time off from playing Chance. “I have a little news that I need to share,” Boaz wrote. “A few weeks ago, I tested positive for COVID-19.”
By the time he shared the update on his COVID status, Boaz was already back at work, but he was gone long enough that he needed to be temporarily replaced.
“Thankfully, I did not have any symptoms. In following guidelines, I quarantined at home so you may not see me on ‘Y&R’ for a bit,” he continued in his post. “I’m happy to say I’ve returned to work and will be back on the air very soon. Thank you for your continued support.”
Melissa Ordway’s husband, Justin Gaston (pictured above), played Chance for a few short weeks, including in the episodes where Abby and Chance get married, according to TV Insider.