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“There's nothing like the bravery and the strength and the extraordinary optimism of a five-year-old child in a cancer hospital, fighting to live. It's there inside the spirit.”

Quote by Frank Langella

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Frank Langella is an American film actor born on January 1, 1938. He is renowned for his outstanding performances in numerous Hollywood films and for his ability to create rich and complex characters. Langella's acting career began on stage, which later led to film and television, where he has achieved significant success. more

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