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“I wanted to be an explorer, but gradually found the world had been explored and that there was nowhere left, really. Once they climbed Everest in 1953, when I was 10 years old, I thought, 'Well, that's pretty much it now.' But the idea of travelling and exploring and adventure was very strong.”

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Michael Palin, born on May 5, 1943, is a renowned British comedian. Known for his unique sense of humor and versatile performance skills, he has participated in several famous comedy series, including 'Monty Python's Flying Circus'. Palin has achieved numerous successes in his acting career, including multiple awards for British comedy. more

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