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“As far back as I can ever remember, without really knowing it I wanted to be an actor. I was always dressing up, you know, playing pretend, putting on mothers hats and things. I'm sure Freud would have something to say about that. It was very much in my blood.”

Quote by Peter Cushing

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Peter Cushing was a British actor celebrated for his distinctive deep voice and his portrayal of characters such as Grand Moff Tarkin in 'Star Wars' and Dr. Van Helsing in Hammer Film Productions' Dracula series. He had a career spanning over five decades, appearing in over 100 films. more

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