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“I never liked the whole idea of [creating your own] background, if it's not pertinent, where the character lived as a child, and who I was and how I was. That never helped me in any way, so I don't even do that.”

Quote by Maria Bello

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Maria Bello, born on April 18, 1967, is an accomplished American actress known for her remarkable performances in both film and television. She gained widespread recognition for her role in 'The Departed' and 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit'. Bello's acting career began on stage and has since expanded to television and film. more

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