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“I've only played two sort-of slackers, in Spaced and in Shaun Of The Dead. They're different people, but they have the same kind of everyman quality, particularly as a twentysomething.”

Quote by Simon Pegg

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Simon Pegg is a British actor, screenwriter, and director, born on February 14, 1970, in London, England. He is known for his exceptional performances in comedy films, with notable roles in the 'Star Wars' series and the 'Johnny English' series. more

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