13 Reasons Luis Enrique Is Our #MCM On His 53rd Birthday!

Is it just us or at 53 years old, Luis Enrique looks better than ever? The Nicaraguan singer is currently in Peru fulfilling his duties as judge in “La Voz Peru.” Meanwhile, his beloved fans are sending birthday messages left and right, showering the salsa singer with unconditional love on his special day.

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We’re also joining the celebration! Not only because Monday marks his birthday, but also for being nominated at the 2015 Latin Grammys for Best Salsa Album with “Jukebox: Primera Edicion” and Best Tropical Song with “Ya Comenzo” featuring Alex Cuba. For this and many more reasons, the cumpleañero is our #MCM (Man Crush Monday).

1) We love Luis Enrique because first and foremost, he’s a loving and dedicated father.

Somos una palabra, inseparable, si yo te hice, tu a mi me hiciste. #Unafotografia

A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Aug 29, 2015 at 1:10pm PDT

2) He’s loyal to his Nicaraguan roots and represents the country with dignity and pride!

Estos niños andaban buscando leña y no pude resistir tomarme una foto con ellos. Me conmovió su inocencia y el trabajo que hacen solos, para ayudar a sus padres. A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on May 3, 2015 at 3:55pm PDT

3) He’s passionate with his music.

Para algunos los días de lluvia son fríos y tristes, para mi tiene todo el calor que su cuerpo me da… #CantaConLuisEnrique

A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Sep 11, 2015 at 3:02pm PDT

4) Because he’s humble.

Quise acercarme hasta la cocina de Astrid y Gaston para agradecerles por su arte en la cocina y compartir con ellos. Muy recomendado, ya lo saben cuando pasen por Lima. Les deseo una linda noche mis cómplices, porque yo no sé mañana… 😉 A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Sep 25, 2015 at 7:23pm PDT

5) Because he absolutely loves animals

Qué tal estos amores? Conozcan a Molly!

A video posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Sep 4, 2015 at 3:07pm PDT

6) Especially because of this “too adorable for words” moment!

Domingo + guitarra + @callmemanolo A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Sep 20, 2015 at 11:58am PDT

7) Because he’s our favorite judge on “La Voz Peru” —but shhh, don’t tell the others!

Feliz de comenzar desde hoy esta bonita experiencia como juez de #LaVozPerú. La vamos a pasar genial!!

A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Aug 10, 2015 at 8:02pm PDT

8) His selfies are too hot too handle! —Each and every single one of them

Feliz, de regreso a casa por un par de días!

A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Sep 4, 2015 at 8:33am PDT

9) Because his style is evidently the sexiest, ever

A decirle SI a la vida cómplices. Feliz semana desde #LA #California Abrazos!! A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Aug 3, 2015 at 10:38am PDT

10) Because of this ultimate GRAMMY-winning production

11) Because of this impeccable cover of Carlos Varela’s empowering song “Cambia”

12) His #TBT photos are everything.

Un #TBT con un significado especial. Esta foto data por ahí del año 92. Fui admirador de #Selena, de su música y su talento; de su belleza por dentro y por fuera. Artistas como ella definitivamente dejan huella. Gracias @patty_sena por haber tomado y enviado esta foto que se encuentra en el museo de Selena. #20AñosSinSelena

A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Apr 23, 2015 at 1:32pm PDT

13) And because he will forever be the “Principe de la Salsa!”

Las sonrisas siempre traen recuerdos… Mi #TBT de esta semana cómplices. A photo posted by Luis Enrique (@luisenriquemusic) on Sep 24, 2015 at 2:34pm PDT

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