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“When I was younger, I never wanted to rehearse because I thought that someone would figure out I don't know what I'm doing.”

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William Fichtner

William Fichtner, born on November 27, 1956, is a renowned American actor. He is best known for his performances in science fiction and action films. Fichtner has starred in several notable films, including 'Interstellar' and the 'Transformers' series. more

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