Stephen was born and raised in the U.S. state of North Carolina to working class Christian parents who instilled in him a strong sense of work ethic and integrity in all things. Growing up in a musical family, his first "stage" experience was as a soloist in the church, then in high school and college. The passion of telling a story in song led to a career in acting first on stage, then in film and t.v.. As a member of Actors' Equity Association Stephen has appeared in more than 200 professional stage productions as he began pursuing work in film. His on-screen feature film and television work includes scenes with Kevin Costner, Frank Langella, Alfre Woodard, William Devane, and Hugh Grant among others. A devoted husband and father, he resides in Charlotte, North Carolina pursuing more stories to tell.