Happy birthday, Don Cheadle! The actor turns 52 today.

Born in November 1964, Cheadle was raised by parents Bettye and Donald along with his siblings. The family moved often, and Cheadle grew up with an appreciation for the arts before he attended the California Institute of the Arts for college.

The actor began his career with minor roles in projects like Moving Violations and Hamburger Hill. However, Cheadle got his first critical praise after playing Mouse Alexander in Devil in a Blue Dress.

From that point on, Cheadle’s career continued to climb as he was cast in projects like Boogie Nights, the Ocean’s trilogy, and more. He as even directed and co-wrote features thanks to Miles Ahead, a film based on the life of Miles Davis.

Today, many fans know Cheadle best for his work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The actor plays Colonel James ‘Rhodey’ Rhodes, the best friend of Tony Stark and Iron Patriot comrade. He assumed the role in Iron Man 2 and reprised it in Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron, and Captain America: Civil War.

Happy birthday, Don!