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“Many years ago, in the late '70s, I toured colleges along the East Coast and I presented a kind of show where I got a lot of books and poetry and pieces of [William] Shakespeare and other writers that I admire, read it to the class and then afterward we would talk and I would answer questions. It was really a way of expressing and finding out about where I was at that particular time, so it was very therapeutic for me.”

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Al Pacino
Al Pacino

Al Pacino, born on April 25, 1940, is a renowned American film actor. He is best known for his outstanding performances in classic films such as 'The Godfather' series and 'Dog Day Afternoon'. Pacino's acting has been highly acclaimed, earning him multiple Academy Award nominations for Best Actor. more

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