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“I was shot in the wrist when I was a kid. Deliberately.”

Quote by Sam Shepard

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Sam Shepard, an American playwright, actor, and director, was born on November 5, 1943. Known for his unique narrative style and profound emotional expression, he is considered an outstanding representative of American theater. more

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