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“I do like taking on responsibility, sometimes too much. But I was aware of that early on and it's something that came up in the previous set of interviews, and that is the actor‛s contribution.”

Quote by William Mapother

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William Mapother

William Mapother, born on April 17, 1965, is an American actor best known for his role as Jack Shephard in the television series 'Lost'. He has gained widespread recognition for his performance in this show. Mapother began his acting career on stage, which eventually led to film and television roles, where he has participated in several notable projects. more

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