The World’s Most Loved Kid 💖 — Greg Rikaart & Robert Sudduth’s Son Turns 9 in the Most Magical Way!
The World’s Most Loved Kid 💖 — Greg Rikaart & Robert Sudduth’s Son Turns 9 in the Most Magical Way!
There are birthdays… and then there are moments that feel like chapters in a family legacy—milestones that shimmer with meaning far beyond candles and cake. For Montgomery Argo Rikaart-Sudduth, the son of The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives star Greg Rikaart and acclaimed writer-producer Robert Sudduth, turning nine wasn’t just another trip around the sun. It was a celebration of identity, love, resilience, and the extraordinary story of a little boy who arrived in this world already wrapped in hope.
Born on June 12, 2016, via surrogate, Montgomery immediately became a symbol—both within the soap community and among fans of the couple—of what modern family, intentional parenting, and boundless love can look like. Now, nine years later, the glimpses Greg and Robert shared online of their son’s latest birthday weren’t just adorable snapshots. They offered a rare peek into a household built with purpose, strengthened through adversity, and made magical through the everyday choices of two devoted fathers.
And yes—fans across social media weren’t exaggerating when they crowned Montgomery “the world’s most loved kid.”
The First Photo That Broke the Internet—and Barriers
To understand why this birthday matters so deeply, you have to go back to the beginning.
Just hours after Montgomery’s birth, Greg Rikaart posted a photo that would go on to become one of the most circulated and beloved images within the daytime television community. He and Robert sit together, their newborn nestled safely between them, both fathers visibly overwhelmed by the magnitude of the moment.
The caption Greg wrote was not the standard celebrity baby announcement. It was a declaration:
“We fight hate, fear, bigotry, homophobia and injustice… with full hearts.”
In a landscape where LGBTQ+ parents were still fighting for full acceptance—not decades ago, but mere years—Rikaart’s words were both gentle and powerful. He wasn’t just welcoming his child. He was setting the tone for how he and Robert intended to raise him: boldly, joyfully, and without apology.
That message—of defiant love and radical honesty—has followed Montgomery through every milestone the couple has shared since.
Nine Years Later: A Birthday Filled With Magic, Mischief, and Meaning
This year’s celebration echoed that same spirit, but with the vibrant energy only a nine-year-old can bring. The photos posted by Greg and Robert—sun-soaked, colorful, and bursting with personality—showed Montgomery laughing, exploring, and fully inhabiting the confidence and joy his parents have spent nine years cultivating.
There he was in one frame, wearing a crooked crown, eyes squinting from a smile too big for his face. In another, he was mid-jump, a blur of motion, surrounded by decorations that looked hand-crafted with care rather than styled for a press-perfect aesthetic. The party radiated authenticity—a celebration of the boy himself, not a publicity moment.
One standout detail: a banner strung behind him reading, “Loved, Brave, Brilliant.” A simple message, but one deeply reflective of the parenting philosophy Greg and Robert have embraced.
This wasn’t just a birthday. It was a reaffirmation of everything they hope to teach him.
From Soap Stardom to Storytelling Parenthood
It’s impossible to talk about Montgomery’s upbringing without acknowledging the creative energy that surrounds him.
Greg Rikaart has spent decades portraying complex, beloved characters in daytime television—from Y&R’s Kevin Fisher to Days of Our Lives’ Leo Stark. His ability to balance charm with emotional intensity has made him a fan favorite. Off-screen, those same qualities translate into fiercely attentive fatherhood.
Robert Sudduth, for his part, brings his own artistic foundation to the family. An accomplished writer and producer, he has crafted stories for major series and isn’t afraid to weave social commentary and emotional truth into his work. Together, the couple approaches parenting the way they approach storytelling—thoughtfully, passionately, and with intentional depth.
According to friends and colleagues, their home is filled with creativity: music, drawing, impromptu performances, bedtime stories delivered with the flair of two natural storytellers. As one insider joked, “Montgomery’s basically growing up inside a live-action Pixar movie.”
The result? A child who feels safe exploring who he is, knowing he is cherished exactly as he comes.
Navigating Adversity With Grace—and Showing Montgomery the Way
Of course, no family—particularly one led by same-sex parents—navigates the world without challenges.
Greg and Robert have been candid over the years about moments of vulnerability, including the weight of raising a child against ongoing cultural and political shifts that don’t always favor LGBTQ+ families. They’ve also spoken about their determination to let Montgomery feel rooted in pride, not fear.
In interviews, Greg has often emphasized gratitude for the support of fans, colleagues, and the modern soap-opera audience—one that has embraced the couple’s journey. That acceptance, he says, is something Montgomery will always grow up knowing.
And that’s part of why this ninth birthday feels so important: It marks not just the passage of time, but the steady, intentional shaping of a world in which this child—this bright, adored kid—knows he belongs.
A Celebration That Felt Like a Fairy Tale
Reports from friends who attended (and from what fans observed online) suggest the birthday was equal parts whimsical and meaningful. Think:
- A backyard transformed into a woodland adventure
- Hand-painted signs pointing toward “Creativity Cove,” “Bravery Bridge,” and “Adventure Alley”
- Homemade treats baked by Robert
- Decorations that looked personalized rather than store-bought
- A cake featuring characters Montgomery himself designed
This wasn’t Instagram perfection for its own sake. It was personal storytelling through celebration—a hallmark of Greg and Robert’s parenting style.
One touching moment captured in a candid photo showed Montgomery hugging his fathers at once, his head tucked into Greg’s shoulder while Robert wrapped both in an embrace. The caption:
“Nine years of magic. Nine years of you.”
Fans flooded comments with congratulations, hearts, and emotional reflections from those who have followed the family’s journey since day one.
Why Soap Fans Are So Emotionally Invested
Montgomery has developed a kind of honorary celebrity status of his own among soap lovers. Part of that is the affection fans feel for Greg, a performer who has brought nuance to daytime for years. But a larger part comes from the authenticity Greg and Robert bring to their roles as fathers.
In a genre built on heightened drama, their real-life love story is grounded, genuine, and deeply human. Viewers who watched Greg’s characters overcome trauma, rebuild relationships, and fight for better futures now see him living those values off-screen.
Montgomery isn’t just “the son of a soap star.” To fans, he’s the embodiment of a story that continues to inspire—a story of family chosen and created with intention.
The Legacy Being Built One Birthday at a Time
What makes this ninth birthday so magical isn’t the decorations or the photos (though they were undeniably adorable). It’s the symbolism.
Montgomery is growing up in a home where love is an active verb. Where parents fight for equality not just in principle, but in daily practice. Where joy is crafted, not purchased. Where identity is celebrated, not molded to fit a template.
Nine years in, Greg Rikaart and Robert Sudduth aren’t just raising a child—they’re shaping a legacy.
And if the world’s most loved and secure kid grows up believing anything, it will be this:
He was wanted.
He was cherished.
He was held in love so bright it became its own kind of magic.
Happy 9th birthday, Montgomery.
The world is watching—and cheering—as your story continues to unfold.