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“At the end of drama school, I made a contract with myself: I'd try acting for five years. I was 26. I had already spent eight years working in restaurants and gas stations. So I had seen enough small businesses to understand that that's what acting is: a small business.”

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Australian actor, best known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men film series. Jackman has achieved great success on both stage and screen, winning numerous awards, including an Academy Award. more

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