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“This is an odd profession, and sometimes people get jealous, but I haven't really experienced any of that. Everyone's been really happy for me, which is really, really great.”

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Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch, born in July 1976, is a talented voice actor from the United Kingdom. Renowned for his distinctive voice and exceptional acting skills, he has participated in numerous renowned voice-over projects in the film and television industry. more

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