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For the journalist, see James Denton (journalist)

James Denton is an American actor (born January 20 1963 in Nashville, Tennessee).

Early life

Denton grew up in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, the son of a dentist. He attended the University of Tennessee where he majored in television/journalism and earned a degree in advertising. Before he became an actor, he sold advertising for two radio stations. He began acting at 23, at a community theater in Nashville. He eventually moved to California to become a full time actor.

Career

He is currently a regular cast member on the television show Desperate Housewives, where he plays the role of Mike Delfino, a plumber who lives on Wisteria Lane and husband of Susan Mayer.

He had previously been a regular on several television series, including The Pretender, JAG, Philly, The Drew Carey Show, Reba and Threat Matrix. As well he has guested on Sliders, Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place, Ally McBeal and The West Wing

He also appeared in two movies, Primary Colors and Face/Off.

Personal life

He's been married twice. He and his first wife, Jenna Lyn Ward, also an actress, were married from 1997-2000. He got married for the second time on December 16, 2002 to Erin O'Brien. He has two children with his wife Erin, a son named Sheppard born in March 2003, and a daughter Malin, born March 22, 2005.

He is known to be an Atlanta Braves baseball fan and often attends games.

External links

• James Denton at IMDb
• Official James Denton site

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