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“I think people today are very cynical. They need to bring other people down. Reality television and tabloid magazines—never before did we need to see movie stars taking out their garbage. But all of a sudden, it's front-page news—trying to figure out who's dating whom, all that stuff. Who cares?”

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Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson (born November 22, 1984) is an American actress and singer. She is one of the highest-grossing box office stars of all time, best known for playing Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Johansson began acting as a child and gained critical acclaim for her roles in Lost in Translation (2003) and Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003). She has received a BAFTA Award and nominations for five Golden Globes and an Academy Award. In addition to blockbusters, she has starred in independent films such as Her, Under the Skin, and Marriage Story. Johansson is also a philanthropist and activist, supporting women's rights and refugee causes. She was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2019. more

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