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Dr. Peter Benton

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Eriq La Salle
Born and raised in Hartford, CT, as one of four children. Studied two years at Juillard and graduated ...

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A talented surgeon with a hot head, Peter has a son with ex Carla who is born deaf. After a relationship with Elizabeth fails, Peter eventually wins custody of Reese and leaves the ER to start a new life with Cleo.

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Season 8, Episode 14	Season 15, Episode 18
Season 5, Episode 10	Season 5, Episode 02

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Season 15 / Episode 19: - Old Times

Dr. John Carter: Does anybody know when he's coming? How about a rough estimate? More than a minute, less than a hockey season? More than an hour, but less than the lifespan of a giant redwood tree.
Dr. Peter Benton: Carter.
Dr. John Carter: I'm so hungry, thirsty. I'm tired. I'm cold. My arm just fell asleep.
Dr. Peter Benton: Stop being a baby.
Dr. John Carter: Plus I feel like I'm hanging out of this thing. Can someone cover up my crotch please?

Season 8 / Episode 10: - I'll Be Home for Christmas

Dr. John Carter: Hey, Peter. I'm a good doctor because of you.
Dr. Peter Benton: No, you're not. But keep trying.

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