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“I definitely shut down sometimes. I always just go into my own little cocoon and write, and I surround myself with as much music as possible.”

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Tristan Wilds (born July 15, 1989) is an American actor and musician, best known for his role as Michael Lee on the HBO series The Wire. He also played Dixon Wilson on the CW series 90210 and appeared in films such as Mysterious Skin and Red Hook. Wilds is recognized for his versatility in both acting and music. more

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