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“Grey's' is just a machine. I wasn't really prepared for the epic nature of how popular the show is.”

Quote by Kevin McKidd

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Kevin McKidd, born on August 9, 1973, is a renowned television actor from Scotland. He has gained widespread popularity for his outstanding performances in various television series, with his most famous roles including Mark Antony in 'Rome' and Rory McCann in 'Game of Thrones'. more

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