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“All my heroes, I guess, like John Wayne and all those guys, they drank and they smoked and did all the manly things. It was expected of you. And now abstinence in all kinds of forms is a part of living. It's a pretty - I don't smoke anymore, I quit that 42 years ago”

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American film actor, best known for his role as J.R. Ewing in the television series 'Dallas'. Larry Hagman's acting career spanned over half a century, and he had impressive performances in numerous television shows and films. more

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