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“You look for the roles where, when you read it, you're just like, "Yes, I know that. I know that feeling. I know what it means to feel like that. I know this person." When you have a soulful connection to a part, that's a dream come true.”

Quote by Giles Matthey

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Giles Matthey is a British actor born on November 11, 1987. He has gained widespread acclaim for his exceptional performances in various television series and films, particularly for his role as Joffrey Baratheon in the HBO epic fantasy series 'Game of Thrones'. more

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