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“I want longevity. I don't want to be a flash in the pan. I want to continue to do good work and projects that inspire me, and if I can have fun while doing it, that's the dream.”

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Skylar Astin is an American actor born on September 23, 1987. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Hiro Hamada in the film 'Big Hero 6'. Astin has also appeared in various television series and films. more

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