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“Some people say talent is energy and that's a very interesting way of thinking about it. In other words, people with talent have a lot of energy.”

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Annette Bening
Annette Bening

Annette Bening is an American actress born on May 29, 1958. She is renowned for her exceptional performances in films, particularly winning the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'American Beauty' and being nominated for 'The Aviator'. more

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