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“There will be no funeral! Before I get too old and ill, I'll go to South America and live among the Pemon people and meditate. When the time is right, they can throw my body into the volcano.”

Quote by Brian Blessed

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Brian Blessed is a renowned British actor, born on October 9, 1936. Known for his distinctive voice and energetic performance style, he has appeared in numerous classic films and television series. more

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