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“They see me as an ordinary guy, like a construction worker or the guy who delivers your piano.”

Quote by Clark Gable

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Clark Gable, an American film actor, was born on February 1, 1901, and passed away on November 16, 1960. He is one of the most influential actors in the history of American cinema, renowned for his iconic images during the Golden Age of Hollywood. more

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