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Billy Miller

Billy Miller was an American actor known for his work in daytime television, especially as Billy Abbott on *The Young and the Restless* and as Jason Morgan and Drew Cain on *General Hospital*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Billy Miller was an American actor and producer best known for his roles on the daytime soap operas *The Young and the Restless* and *General Hospital*. He won three Daytime Emmy Awards over the course of his career. Miller also appeared in film productions such as *American Sniper* and television series including *Suits* and *NCIS*.

Career

Miller built his reputation through soap operas, beginning with roles on *All My Children* and later earning major recognition on *The Young and the Restless* and *General Hospital*. His work on daytime television brought him multiple Emmy Awards and wider visibility in film and prime-time television.

Awards and recognition

He received three Daytime Emmy Awards and was nominated multiple times for his performances in daytime drama. Sources identify him as one of the more prominent soap opera actors of his generation.

Personal life and death

Miller was born in Tulsa in 1979 and died in Austin in 2023, two days before his 44th birthday. Public reporting and obituary notices record his death on September 15, 2023.

Key facts

  • Won three Daytime Emmy Awards.
  • Best known for playing Billy Abbott on *The Young and the Restless*.
  • Also portrayed Jason Morgan and Drew Cain on *General Hospital*.
  • Died in Austin, Texas, in September 2023 at age 43.
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Canadian context

Billy Miller had no major Canada-specific public profile in the sources provided, though his daytime television work was widely distributed in Canada through North American broadcasting and streaming.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Billy Miller?
Billy Miller was an American actor and producer best known for his roles on *The Young and the Restless* and *General Hospital*.
What was Billy Miller's birth name?
His birth name was William John Miller II.
What was Billy Miller known for?
He was best known for playing Billy Abbott and for portraying Jason Morgan and Drew Cain on daytime soap operas.
How many Daytime Emmy Awards did he win?
He won three Daytime Emmy Awards.
When did Billy Miller die?
He died on September 15, 2023, in Austin, Texas.
What other work did Billy Miller appear in?
He also appeared in projects including *American Sniper* and several other television series such as *Suits* and *NCIS*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Miller_(actor)
    Supports: Birth name, birth/death dates and places, and overview of major soap opera roles.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1188294/
    Supports: Birth place, occupation, and selected credits including film and television appearances.
  3. Television Academy — https://www.televisionacademy.com/bios/billy-miller
    Supports: Birthday, birthplace, date of passing, Emmy nominations and wins, and major roles.
  4. Variety — https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/billy-miller-dead-the-young-and-the-restless-1235725784/
    Supports: Death notice, age, major roles, Daytime Emmy Awards, and career overview.
  5. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/billy-miller/bio/3030401374/
    Supports: Profession, birthplace, degree in communications, and Daytime Emmy Award note.