David Soul is an American-British singer and actor best known for his role as Detective Ken Hutchinson in the popular 1970s TV series Starsky & Hutch. In addition to his acting career, he achieved success as a recording artist, especially in the UK, during the late 1970s. Born in 1943 in Chicago, he later became a British citizen and continued to work in theatre, film, and television. His music career includes several chart-topping hits, and he remains a well-known figure in both entertainment fields.