The actress/model Taylor Cole was born in 1984 and raised in Arlington , Texas. She started her career in advertising by starring in commercials for Crest toothpaste and Dooney and Bourke handbags. She is most recognized for her role as Erika Spalding on the now-defunct WB show, “Summerland.” Taylor has also guest starred on “CSI: Miami” and WB’s “Supernatural.”