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“As they were building that library in that school's gym [in the Breakfast Club], they built a rehearsal space for us. It was really an empty room taped out with the same dimensions of the library. And they had the tables all there. And he had us sitting at the same table. All of us.”

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Judd Nelson, born on November 28, 1959, is an American actor known for his roles in films from the 1980s and 1990s. He gained widespread recognition for his performance as Kevin McCallister in the 'Home Alone' franchise. Nelson's other notable works include 'Top Gun' and 'The Rose'. His acting career spans various types of films and television series. more

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