hyde from that 70s show

Steven Hyde is a fictional character from the American television series That '70s Show, portrayed by Danny Masterson. Hyde is Eric Forman's best friend and eventually becomes his foster brother. He is known for his tough, dry-witted, and rebellious personality, often referred to as the "joker, a smoker, a midnight toker." Hyde grew up without much parental supervision, leading him to be self-reliant and tough. He has a strong affinity for rock music, especially Led Zeppelin, and dislikes disco music. Hyde lives a lifestyle filled with rock 'n' roll, weed, and has a working-class job at a local Foto Hut. Despite his tough exterior, Hyde is loyal to his friends and values the informal family he has with the Formans, who acted as his surrogate parents. Over the series, his character reveals a more sensitive side, and he is recognized as likely the smartest among his group of friends. Hyde's biological father is revealed to be African-American, which surprises him, and his upbringing is marked by hardships including abandonment by his mother. Hyde also has notable relationships, including a significant one with Jackie Burkhart during the show's run. In addition to his rebellious and mischievous nature, Hyde often provides no-nonsense advice and is the conspiracy theorist of the group. He is a symbol of nonconformity in the series and is the character who most embraces the counterculture of the 1970s. Danny Masterson, the actor who portrayed Hyde, was a prominent part of the show until its end in 2006. Hyde is not featured in the spin-off series That '90s Show. This detailed portrayal portrays Hyde as a complex character balancing toughness, loyalty, and vulnerability throughout That '70s Show.