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“I don't like improv at all. It terrifies me. I like to know exactly what I'm going to say. Being surprised does make me a better actor. Anytime I'm afraid of something that makes me rise to the occasion, it scares me, but it's what makes great actors - being in the moment.”

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, born on October 22, 1975, is an American actor. He gained widespread popularity for his role as Jay Pritchett in the television series 'Modern Family', for which he has won multiple awards. Ferguson's acting career began on stage, and he quickly made a name for himself in television and film. more

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