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Quote by Michael Clarke Duncan

“Always wake up with a smile on your face, because a lot of people who went to sleep last night are not with us this morning.”

Quote by Michael Clarke Duncan

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Michael Clarke Duncan

Michael Clarke Duncan, born on December 10, 1957, was an American actor renowned for his roles in action films. He was best known for his portrayal of the muscle-bound character in 'Rocky V' and a crewman in 'Titanic'. Duncan passed away on September 3, 2012. more

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