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“ITV and the production company contacted me and asked if I fancied playing the role [of Maigret]. It took me a long time to decide to do it. In fact, I decided not to. I thought about it for some weeks, and thought 'perhaps not' and it went away for a while, and then it sort of came back. They said 'Are you sure you don't want to play him?', so I thought about it for a lot longer again, and eventually decided that I would.”

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Rowan Atkinson, born on January 6, 1955, is a renowned British actor. Known for his unique comedic style and exceptional acting skills, he is best recognized for his role as Mr. Bean in the 'Mr. Bean' film series. Atkinson's acting career began on the stage, gradually shifting to television and film, making him a comedy star in both the UK and internationally. more

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