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“No-one gets a job at 16 and stays in it until 60 any more; we're connected to more people simultaneously than ever before, whether online or on our phones. We wear so many different hats within one day, one week, a lifetime.”

Quote by Riz Ahmed

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Riz Ahmed is a British actor born on December 1, 1982. He is known for his outstanding performances in films and television, particularly in 'Nightcrawler', 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens', and 'The King's Speech'. Ahmed is highly regarded for his advocacy of diversity and inclusivity. more

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