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“I wrote another wrestling film script. And we finished the shooting [with Lloyd Phillips]. But Henry Winkler came out with his own wrestling film, which did poorly. So the studios passed on ours, and it never got released.”

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John Ratzenberger

John Ratzenberger, born on April 6, 1947, is an American actor known for his versatility in film and television. He is best recognized for voicing Hamm in the 'Toy Story' franchise. Ratzenberger's career began in the 1970s, and he has appeared in numerous television shows and films. more

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