Liam Mitchell

Liam Mitchell is a fictional character on the soap opera Life of Today and is originated by Michael Youmans. He is one of the original core characters on the soap and the leading patriach of the Mitchell Family.

Casting
Michael Youmans orignated the role of Liam Mitchell October 4, 1993 on a recurring status. Youmans was let go in December 1995 and exited February 2, 1996. Shortly after his firing, Youmans returned the role September 30, 1996 as part of the series second reboot. He was placed on contract in March 1997.

In February 2000, it was annouced that Youmans had been let go from the series reportedly due to budgetary cuts from the network. Youmans said: "The producers and I had a well talk about this, I just the time and things weren't going good for the cast at the time." He also stated "No hard feelings and an unforgetable ride." Youmans made his final appearance April 7, 2000.

In 2007, it was rumour that Youmans will be returning to the soap, but excuetive producer DeAria Phoenix confirmed that they planned a recast for the character. Tahj Mowery announced that he would be joining the soap as the character, he began filming August 6, and made his onscreen debut September 26, 2007 as recurring cast members. Fans and critics reviewed him in the role postivem due to this, Mowery was placed on contract with the soap. In 2011, Mowery renewed his contract to continue his portrayal of Liam Mitchell.