Eriq La Salle

Eriq La Salle

62 · Born: Jul 23, 1962

Personal Details

BornJul 23, 1962 Hartford, Connecticut, USA
Parents
  • Ada Haynes

Biography

Eriq La Salle, a renowned American thespian and visionary director, burst onto the scene on July 23, 1962, marking the beginning of a illustrious career that would span decades and leave an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Born with a passion for the craft, La Salle would go on to make a lasting impact in the realm of acting, bringing to life memorable characters in iconic films and television shows. One of his most notable roles was in the 1988 comedy classic, "Coming to America," where he brought his unique brand of humor and charisma to the big screen.

But La Salle's talents didn't stop there. He also made a significant mark in the world of television, starring in the hit medical drama "ER" as the esteemed Dr. Peter Benton. His portrayal of the character earned him widespread critical acclaim and numerous award nominations.

Throughout his career, La Salle has proven himself to be a versatile and talented artist, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of roles. With a career spanning over three decades, he has established himself as a true Hollywood veteran, with a body of work that continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

La Salle's dedication to his craft is matched only by his commitment to giving back to his community. He has been involved in various charitable initiatives over the years, using his platform to make a positive impact on the lives of those around him.

In short, Eriq La Salle is a talented and accomplished individual who has made a lasting impact on the world of entertainment. His impressive body of work, combined with his dedication to his craft and his commitment to giving back, make him a true Hollywood legend.

Career

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2022
{"id":104709,"title":"Logan","year":"2017","character":"Will Munson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/logan-2017","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3bvc34o3qjf0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3bvc34o3qjf0.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
Logan
Logan as Will Munson
{"id":199,"title":"Under the Dome","year":2015,"character":"Hektor Martin","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/under-the-dome","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7vm578mrk4t0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7vm578mrk4t0.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
Under the Dome
Under the Dome as Hektor Martin
{"id":252539,"title":"Blackout","year":"2012","character":"George","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/blackout-2012","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_252539.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_252539.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Blackout
Blackout as George
{"id":103837368,"title":"Blackout","year":2011,"character":"George","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/blackout-2011","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103837368.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103837368.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Blackout
Blackout as George
{"id":43239,"title":"MegaFault","year":"2009","character":"Charley 'Boomer' Baxter","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/megafault","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_43239.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_43239.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
MegaFault
MegaFault as Charley 'Boomer' Baxter
{"id":77847,"title":"Relative Stranger","year":"2009","character":"Walter Clemons","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/relative-stranger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_77847.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_77847.jpg"},"released":1}
Relative Stranger
Relative Stranger as Walter Clemons
{"id":17693,"title":"Johnny Was","year":"2006","character":"Julius","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/johnny-was","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/26vnelvpff20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/26vnelvpff20.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
Johnny Was
Johnny Was as Julius
{"id":885,"title":"Without a Trace","year":2006,"character":"Aaron Gibbs","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/without-a-trace","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4j9h7uiqdp10.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4j9h7uiqdp10.jpg"},"released":1}
Without a Trace
Without a Trace as Aaron Gibbs
{"id":49119,"title":"Inside Out","year":"2005","character":"Doctor Peoples","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/inside-out-2005","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_49119.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_49119.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
Inside Out
Inside Out as Doctor Peoples
{"id":5287,"title":"Biker Boyz","year":"2003","character":"Tariq \"Slick Will\" (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/biker-boyz","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4ikh5vflfph0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4ikh5vflfph0.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Biker Boyz
Biker Boyz as Tariq "Slick Will" (uncredited)
{"id":2936,"title":"One Hour Photo","year":"2002","character":"Det. James Van Der Zee","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/one-hour-photo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6hj1kvp25j00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6hj1kvp25j00.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
One Hour Photo
One Hour Photo as Det. James Van Der Zee
{"id":9550,"title":"Crazy as Hell","year":"2002","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/crazy-as-hell","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_9550.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_9550.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8093,"title":"The Twilight Zone","year":2002,"character":"Ray Ellison","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/the-twilight-zone-2002","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/75fn66p27nr0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/75fn66p27nr0.jpg"},"released":1}
The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone as Ray Ellison
{"id":55335,"title":"Mind Prey","year":"1999","character":"Lucas Davenport","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/mind-prey","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_55335.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_55335.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
Mind Prey
Mind Prey as Lucas Davenport
{"id":108,"title":"The Larry Sanders Show","year":1998,"character":"Eriq La Salle","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/the-larry-sanders-show","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4bkjeh9ddis0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4bkjeh9ddis0.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
The Larry Sanders Show
The Larry Sanders Show as Eriq La Salle
{"id":79583,"title":"Michael Jordan, Above and Beyond","year":"1996","character":"Narrator","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/michael-jordan-above-and-beyond","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79583.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79583.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
{"id":163,"title":"Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault","year":"1996","character":"Diego","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/rebound-the-legend-of-earl-the-goat-manigault","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":4754,"title":"Color of Night","year":"1994","character":"Anderson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/color-of-night","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_4754.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_4754.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Color of Night
Color of Night as Anderson
{"id":8618,"title":"Drop Squad","year":"1994","character":"Bruford Jamison Jr","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/drop-squad","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8618.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8618.jpg"},"released":1}
Drop Squad
Drop Squad as Bruford Jamison Jr
{"id":789,"title":"ER","year":1994,"character":"Peter Benton","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/er","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/q3lhmp67pso0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/q3lhmp67pso0.jpg"},"released":1}
ER
ER as Peter Benton
{"id":58764,"title":"Empty Cradle","year":"1993","character":"Detective Knoll","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/empty-cradle","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58764.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58764.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Empty Cradle
Empty Cradle as Detective Knoll
{"id":159671,"title":"Eyes of a Witness","year":"1991","character":"Mchumbo","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/eyes-of-a-witness","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159671.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159671.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
{"id":2307,"title":"Quantum Leap","year":1991,"character":"Bobby Lee","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/quantum-leap","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1fnumfqtkn4o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1fnumfqtkn4o.jpg"},"released":1}
Quantum Leap
Quantum Leap as Bobby Lee
{"id":5053,"title":"Jacob's Ladder","year":"1990","character":"Frank","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/jacobs-ladder-1990","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7lid5upkjvm0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7lid5upkjvm0.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":159841,"title":"Hammer, Slammer, & Slade","year":"1990","character":"Jack Spade","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/hammer-slammer-slade-1990","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159841.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159841.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":160222,"title":"Magic Moments","year":"1989","character":"Dancing Guy (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/magic-moments","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_160222.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_160222.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Magic Moments
Magic Moments as Dancing Guy (uncredited)
{"id":198087,"title":"What Price Victory","year":"1988","character":"Trumayne James","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/what-price-victory","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_198087.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_198087.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
What Price Victory
What Price Victory as Trumayne James
{"id":976,"title":"Coming to America","year":"1988","character":"Darryl Jenks","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/coming-to-america","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72735s6v1cs0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72735s6v1cs0.jpg"},"released":1}
Coming to America
Coming to America as Darryl Jenks
{"id":14768,"title":"Five Corners","year":"1987","character":"Samuel Kemp","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/five-corners","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14768.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14768.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Five Corners
Five Corners as Samuel Kemp
{"id":62034,"title":"Where Are the Children?","year":"1986","character":"Deputy Bernie Miles","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/where-are-the-children","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6vmd3frjgm70.jpeg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6vmd3frjgm70.jpeg"},"released":1}
1986
Where Are the Children?
Where Are the Children? as Deputy Bernie Miles
{"id":62352,"title":"Rappin'","year":"1985","character":"Ice","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/rappin-1985","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62352.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62352.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Rappin'
Rappin' as Ice
{"id":222877,"title":"Cut and Run","year":"1985","character":"Fargas","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/cut-and-run","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_222877.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_222877.jpg"},"released":1}
Cut and Run
Cut and Run as Fargas
{"id":62525,"title":"Out of the Darkness","year":"1985","character":"Bobby","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/out-of-the-darkness","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62525.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62525.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":172231,"title":"King: Man of Peace in a Time of War","year":"2007","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/king-man-of-peace-in-a-time-of-war","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_172231.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_172231.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":214996,"title":"A Concert for Hurricane Relief","year":"2005","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/a-concert-for-hurricane-relief","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_214996.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_214996.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":182884,"title":"Notes from Dad","year":"2013","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/notes-from-dad","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_182884.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_182884.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
Notes from Dad
Notes from Dad as Director
{"id":9550,"title":"Crazy as Hell","year":"2002","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/crazy-as-hell","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_9550.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_9550.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Crazy as Hell
Crazy as Hell as Director
{"id":163,"title":"Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault","year":"1996","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/rebound-the-legend-of-earl-the-goat-manigault","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163.jpg"},"released":1}
1996