Ryan Paevey has been full of surprises in 2025. After announcing he was stepping away from acting in 2024, the Hallmark Channel alum made a surprise return to the small screen in September, re-emerging on the soap opera where he began his career, “General Hospital.”
That’s a change that has thrilled his fans, but the surprise he shared on December 11 left many unsure how to feel, as the “Unleashing Mr. Darcy” star appeared to go Instagram official with a new love in his life. Posting ahttps://www.instagram.com/p/DSIyo6kEWmJ/ photo of himself kissing her cheek, Paevey wrote, “Happy born day babe….luff you. : )”
Fans Have Mixed Reactions to Ryan Paevey’s Relationship Status
In his December 11 post, Paevey tagged the birthday girl in question, visual artist Kiley Missere. According to her social media feeds, Missere is a Canadian-based abstract painter who loves to travel — much like Paevey. She shared on Facebook in October that she was rebuilding her art website and starting a “new chapter.”
While many fans congratulated Paevey on his good news, plenty of others expressed dismay that he was off the market.
Over 200 liked one comment that amusingly said, “Soooooooo our imaginary relationship is…..over? 🥲”
Multiple fans responded to the comment that they felt the same way, including one who wrote, “lol. Same thought process! I guess we’re all surprised to see! Good for you Ryan!”
Another weighed in, “🙁😢 yes ! I feel the same here 😢 although…I’m happy for him ❤️❤️❤️”
Ryan Paevey Received Support From Many on His New Love
ABCLots of people shared how happy they were for Paevey, including fellow Hallmark alum Cameron Mathison, who left three heart-eyes emoji in the comments.
Someone else wrote, “I’m so happy for you, you’ve finally found someone who captured your heart ❤️ of gold🥰🙏🏾 Congratulations & best wishes to you both🥰🥰🥰”
Paevey and Missere have plenty in common, from their love of travel and the tropics to their creative pursuits. Paevey started a YouTube series this fall dedicated to his surfing adventures, and he continues to create jewelry for his Fortunate Wanderer website.
The actor has also been making time to meet his fans again, starting with a small gathering in southern California that he organized over the summer. In July, he also attended his first fan convention in several years at Christmas in a Small Town, held in Dahlonega, Georgia, with plans to return in 2026.
I’m not to thrilled 😒
Thank God you have a new love. May God Bless your relationship. I am very happy for you.