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“I don't believe in categorising a gender, as it makes for discord. People always say, 'That's what men are like' or, 'That's what women do'; I don't really feel that at all. I think that's because I have two fathers, three brothers, a husband and two sons. I'm surrounded by maleness, and I couldn't possibly summarise them into a type.”

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Natascha McElhone

Natascha McElhone is a British actress born on December 14, 1969. She is renowned for her performances in films such as 'The Tree of Life' and 'Memento', which have garnered widespread acclaim. more

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