Let's make this birthday one to remember.

62 years old (Born on July 23, 1962)

Happy birthday, Eriq La Salle! From making us laugh in 1988's classic comedy *Coming to America*—where your 'Soul Glo' curls were truly unforgettable—to captivating audiences worldwide as the intense but deeply talented Dr. Peter Benton on ER, you've consistently brought charisma and depth (and occasionally some hair envy) to our screens.

Not everyone can seamlessly go from jheri curl royalty straight into scrubs and scalpels with such flair, yet you did it flawlessly! Here's hoping your day is filled with soothing laughs (minus any medical emergencies), friends who don’t need emergency surgery guidance, and cake that shines brighter than Soul Glo itself. Happy Birthday!