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“I live in New York full time. I can't live in L.A., because I fear people think I'm a vagrant there.”

Quote by Casey Affleck

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Casey Affleck is an American actor known for his exceptional performances in independent films. Born on August 12, 1975, he has gained recognition for his leading roles in movies such as 'Goodfellas', 'Gone Baby Gone', and 'Moonlight', for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor. more

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