James Hyde plays the well-respected and handsome police chief "Sam Bennett" who adores his wife Grace (Dana Sparks) and their children. He just recently found out that he has a child with another woman–Ivy Crane (Kim Johnston Ulrich) and their son, Ethan (Eric Martsolf)! Sam's best friend is TC Russell (Rodney Van Johnson).
Born in Lancaster, Ohio, Hyde began modeling and acting at an early age. He was discovered by NBC when he auditioned at an open-casting call for "Sunset Beach." Hyde won that competition and was featured in the daytime drama's on-air promos. Hyde's other daytime television credits include his role as Neil on NBC's "Another World" and Liam on "As the World Turns." Additional television appearances include "Sex in the City," "Models & Mortals," "Mortal Kombat: Conquest," and "Miami Sands." His feature film credits include "Let's Talk About Sex" and "The Blackout with Dennis Hopper."
James has also posed for the cover and feature of the September 2001 issue of "Playgirl."
Hyde relocated to Los Angeles from Miami, Florida with his wife, model Sue-Ling. When he is not working, he enjoys shopping for antiques, reading, and basketball. He was born on October 9.
