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“I wanted to be an actor ever since I got on stage for the first time, aged 13. Before that, I thought I might follow in the medical footsteps of my parents: my father was a doctor, my mother a pharmacist.”

Quote by Chiwetel Ejiofor

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Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel Ejiofor, born on July 10, 1977, is a distinguished British actor. He is known for his performances in films such as '12 Years a Slave', 'American Gangster', and 'Savages'. He has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his roles in 'Blood Diamond' and '12 Years a Slave'. more

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