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“I learned a valuable lesson doing 'Mr. Sunshine,' which is that I didn't want to be in charge because it's too much. Being in charge and acting in every scene was just too difficult. It's like eating dinner in a moving golf cart every night.”

Quote by Matthew Perry

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Matthew Perry is an American actor born on August 19, 1969. He is best known for his role as Joey Tribbiani in the popular TV series 'Friends', which has earned him numerous award nominations. more

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