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“I got into a brawl one night in a saloon in Greenwich Village. Elia Kazan, a great director, saw me put out a couple of hecklers and figures there was some Big Daddy in me, just lyin' dormant. And out it came. People still do call me Big Daddy, but to me, inside, I'm no Big Daddy at all.”

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Burl Ives
Burl Ives

Burl Ives was an American actor, singer, and songwriter, renowned for his roles in films like 'The Big Country' and 'The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance'. He also had a successful music career, releasing numerous albums and winning a Grammy Award. Ives' unique voice and storytelling abilities made him a cherished figure in American entertainment. more

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