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“Whether it's Paris Hilton or Kim Kardashian or whoever, stupidity is certainly celebrated.”

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Jon Hamm, born on March 10, 1971, is an American actor. He gained widespread acclaim for his role as Don Draper in the television series 'Mad Men', for which he won numerous awards. Hamm's acting career began on stage and gradually shifted to television and film. more

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