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“I'm not a method actor, I don't write my character's history or all those kinds of things. I'm more about the 90 percent of the brain that is subconscious. I like to just pick certain pieces, let it soak in, and then let it kind of emerge out.”

Quote by Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa

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Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa is a Japanese-American actor born on September 27, 1950. He has had remarkable performances in film, television, and on Broadway, known for his versatility and profound acting skills. more

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