Stacy Sanches grew up in Dallas, Texas. At around 17 years old Stacy realized she wanted to be a model. She started doing calendars and bikini contests, and it was during a contest in Hawaii that a playboy scout saw the beautiful 19 year old. She sent him some photos and it wasn't long before Sanches was on her way to L.A for a test shoot. The shoot went well and she was asked back for another two weeks to shoot her layout and video. Stacy was finally named Playmate of the Year for 1996.