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“I could play a cop, I could play a crook, I could play a lawyer, I could play a dentist, I could play an art critic-I could play the guy next door. I am the guy next door. I could play Catholic, Jewish, Protestant. As a matter of fact, when I did The Odd Couple, I would do it a different way each night. On Monday I'd be Jewish, Tuesday Italian, Wednesday Irish-German-and I would mix them up. I did that to amuse myself, and it always worked.”

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Walter Matthau
Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau, born on October 1, 1920, was a renowned American actor. His acting career spanned over half a century, and he was known for his distinctive comedic style and acting prowess. Matthau starred in numerous films and television shows, with some of his most famous works including 'Casablanca' and 'The Graduate'. His acting achievements earned him multiple awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actor. more

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