“Onstage I'm the one in control - I'm not at the mercy of how an editor chooses to put the scene together later. I can do things onstage that I would never do in real life. It's very freeing.”
Quote by Laurie Metcalf
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Laurie Metcalf
Laurie Metcalf is an accomplished American actress known for her exceptional performances in theater, film, and television. Born on June 16, 1955, she has been active in the entertainment industry since the 1970s. Metcalf gained recognition for her role in the play 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the film 'The Big Chill'. more
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