By the time Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman wrapped its four-season run in 1997, actor Dean Cain had learned firsthand about the pressures and sacrifices that come with starring in a major television series. Playing both Clark Kent and Superman alongside actress Teri Hatcher's Lois Lane, Dean experienced the intensity of balancing professional demands with personal life. This lesson has guided him for over two decades, shaping his career choices and priorities.

In an exclusive interview, Dean reflected on those early years: "Teri got married after the first season, and it didn't quite work out by the end—they eventually divorced. During that time, I had a couple of girlfriends, but the reality is, a series consumes your entire life." As a father to his son Christopher Dean Cain, born in 2000, Dean made a conscious decision to step back from leading roles in television. "For the past 18 years, I've turned down lead roles because my son graduates this month, and until then, family comes first."

But don't think Dean's sitting idle waiting for another TV series. Offers are on the table, and he's keeping busy. "That's the other challenge I face," he laughs. "I've truly enjoyed doing a variety of projects. Over the last eight months alone, I've worked on travel shows, met with political figures, researched documentaries, and even acted in small roles in four movies. Plus, I frequently appear as a guest host on NBC's Today show."

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Dean's versatility extends far beyond acting. "People might have certain perceptions of me," he says, "but I consider myself a writer, producer, director, talk show host, and political analyst. I wear many hats, and I love it. While it's challenging to jump between different worlds, it keeps me sharp. Whether it's crafting stories with historical depth or producing shows like Ripley’s Believe It or Not, I enjoy every aspect of storytelling. However, nothing takes precedence over being a single father to my son Christopher."

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Dean continues, "The last 18 years of my career have revolved around being a father first and an actor second. I've been fortunate enough to balance both, but this commitment forced me to diversify. I've embraced opportunities like making Hallmark movies, which only take three weeks to shoot, allowing me to be home quickly or bring my son along. It's all about maintaining that balance while still being present for his baseball, basketball, and football games, as well as his Jujitsu events. I'm there for him every step of the way."