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“I want to see women onscreen the way I see them in society.”

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Kathy Bates, born on June 28, 1948, is an accomplished American actress known for her exceptional performances in film and television. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' and 'American Beauty', among others. more

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