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“Neither of us are workaholics. I think the key thing is to accept that if you only exist through what you do, then you become what you do, and this is very wrong.”

Quote by Vincent Cassel

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Vincent Cassel (born November 23, 1966) is a French actor, director, and producer. Known for his intense and versatile performances, he gained international recognition for his role in La Haine (1995). He later starred in Hollywood films such as Black Swan (2010) and the Jason Bourne series. Cassel won the César Award for Best Actor for Mesrine (2008). He is regarded as one of France's most influential actors. more

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