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Quote by William Holden

“Just one more word. If I ever run into any of you bums on the street corner, just let's pretend we never met before.”

Quote by William Holden

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William Holden, born on April 17, 1918 and died on November 12, 1981, was a renowned American actor. Known for his exceptional performances in films, Holden won an Academy Award for Best Actor and is best remembered for his roles in classics such as 'Sunset Boulevard' and 'A Streetcar Named Desire'. more

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