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“You have a responsibility to your work, to your choices. Once you get to a certain level of quality and commitment, you don't want to go back and make Booty Call 7.”

Quote by Jamie Foxx

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Jamie Foxx
Jamie Foxx

Jamie Foxx, born on December 13, 1967, is a versatile actor, singer, and music producer from the United States. Known for his diverse talents and unique performance style, he has starred in numerous Hollywood films, including 'Bad Boys II', 'Thor' series, and 'Django Unchained'. Foxx has also achieved significant success in the music industry, winning an Academy Award for Best Actor. more

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