Character Profile Denise has been through alot. She used to a stripper and she sold her baby. She used to a rough and tough girl but when she met Ben, she really softened up. She is a sweet girl who has really changed herself for the better. Relatives: none Men: Andy Dixon: Andy is the biological father of Hope. They were married so they could keep the baby but Andy pulled a lot of tricks to keep Denise with him. She found out though and divorsed him. Ben Harris: He has really helped her through it all. He helped put Gary Raidy who physically and mentally abused her and he helped her deal with the fact that Hope Snyder, Lily and Holden Snyder's baby is hers. Ben is the best thing that has ever happened to Denise and they are great together. Too bad everything seems to get in their way. Children: Hope Snyder Dixon: She sold Hope when she was born but has her now and loves her. Enemy: None. Age: 20's. Biggest problems: Trying to make it on her own. Occupation: She is going to open her own Dance Studio. Background: Denise was a striper at the Oasis and she met Andy one night and they made love which resulted in Hope. She worked for Gary Raidy who mentally and physically abused her. Best friends: Ben, Rose and Isaac. Favorite Pastime: Being with Hope. dancing. Cassandra Creech Profile Very enthusiastic. Family: Husband's name is Jonny Bowden. Birthday: December 30th Birth Place Clayton, NC Joined ATWT's December, 1998 Education graduated from The North Carolina School of Arts. What she thinks about Denise: Pastimes: Likes Ballet, roller blading and the outdoors.