Stephanie Beacham was brought up in Hertfordshire, England. She studied ballet from the age of four and later mime in Paris with Etienne de Creux before training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.

Her extensive career, which encompasses film, theatre and television, has earned her much success on both sides of the Atlantic including nominations for a Golden Globe (for Sister Kate) and a People's Choice Award (The Colbys).

While maintaining home and career in both London and Los Angeles, Stephanie also continues her work as spokesperson for the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, serves on the Board of Directors for Free Arts for Abused Children and is associated with the Tinnitus Society of Great Britain.

She has two daughters, Phoebe and Chloe and a grandson, Jude.