Happy birthday! Erik Estrada turns 76 today
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Erik Estrada is celebrating his 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.
Popular actor Erik Estrada (CHiPs, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 76th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Estrada, a cultural icon
Born Henry Enrique Estrada in New York on May 16, 1949, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Estrada's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Erik hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Erik Estrada as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 76.
Happy Birthday, Erik, you're the best!
Erik Estrada career in pictures
- Big Time Rush (2009 - 2013)
Two Women, One Road (1993 - 1994)
CHiPs (1977 - 1983)
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