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“I was a hockey player, growing up. Being a big guy and being imposing, I had to use my size to protect my teammates. As an actor, I've been all over the map, but since I've moved to Hollywood, people tend to cast me in these more imposing characters, which is actually really fun for me.”

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Kevin Durand, born on January 14, 1974, is a talented actor from Quebec, Canada. He has gained widespread acclaim for his outstanding performances in various film and television projects, particularly for his role as Kazara in the science fiction series 'Stargate: Universe'. more

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