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“I remember saying goodbye to my father the night he left to join the Navy. He didn't have to. He was older than other servicemen and had a family to support but he wanted to be a part of the fight against fascism, not just make movies about it. I admired this about him.”

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Jane Fonda is a renowned American actress, born on December 21, 1937. She is known for her versatile talents in film, theater, and public affairs. Fonda achieved great success in the 1960s and 1970s with her performances in films such as 'Patton' and 'Kramer vs. Kramer', for which she won Academy Awards. Beyond her acting career, she is also active in social and political causes, advocating for women's rights and environmental protection. more

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