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“A common misperception of me is... that I am a tough, rough northerner, which I suppose I am really. But I'm pretty mild-mannered most of the time. It's the parts that you play I guess. I don't mind it. I'm not a tough guy. I'd like to act as a fair, easy-going, kind man at some point.”

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Sean Bean is a renowned British film actor, born on April 17, 1959. He is best known for his performances in epic films such as 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and 'Braveheart'. Bean has a diverse acting career, taking on roles ranging from heroes to villains. more

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