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“Being a movie star is a quality that somebody sort of embodies, and being a celebrity is something that people give to you. It has to do with being recognizable, as opposed to something that people recognize in you. I just hope to make good movies. I know that sounds simple, but it's true.”

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Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson (born November 22, 1984) is an American actress and singer. She is one of the highest-grossing box office stars of all time, best known for playing Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Johansson began acting as a child and gained critical acclaim for her roles in Lost in Translation (2003) and Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003). She has received a BAFTA Award and nominations for five Golden Globes and an Academy Award. In addition to blockbusters, she has starred in independent films such as Her, Under the Skin, and Marriage Story. Johansson is also a philanthropist and activist, supporting women's rights and refugee causes. She was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2019. more

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