In the Soap Opera Spotlight: Don Diamont

Did you know that Don Diamont is not even the real name of this The Young and the Restless actor?

It's actually Donald Fienberg.

What else might surprise you about this rising star? Here are a few lesser known facts about him:

• He's actively involved in charities supporting research for multiple sclerosis, which his niece, Alyssa, suffers from. In 2001, he received the Ambassador of the Year Award in recognition of his efforts on behalf of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

• He dated former co-star - and current The Bold and the Beautiful actress - Eileen Davidson (Ashley).

• Began his soap opera career on Days of Our Lives in 1984.

• He's a goof ball, saying years ago: "I feel like Jerry Lewis is waiting to burst out of me. Even as a little kid, I was doing Tom Jones imitations."

Matt Richenthal is the Editor in Chief of TV Fanatic. Follow him on Twitter and on Google+.