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“I did 40 voices for Chris Wedge, the director of the first film, before coming up with the version we used. He was hard to please, I don't know why. I gave him really slow talking voices. then I thought perhaps Sid could be an Indian sounding sloth. To find out more about my character, I watched footage of sloths. I discovered that the food they store in their pouches rots and ferments and half the time they're drunk.”

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John Leguizamo, born on July 22, 1964, is an American actor known for his versatility in film, television, and Broadway. He gained attention for his performance in 'Tony Tony Chaz' in the 1980s. Leguizamo's career has spanned various genres, including comedy, drama, and action. more

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