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“When I was a kid, you listened to a certain genre. Now it's like, "I love indie rock, I love hip-hop, jazz, funk." Also, we knew it couldn't be the same thing each year.”

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Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers, born on July 27, 1977, is an internationally renowned actor. He has gained widespread acclaim for his outstanding performances in various film and television projects, including his roles as Prince Charles in 'The Crown' and Paul Collins in 'Love Letters'. more

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