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“I've always felt that improv looks and feels more clever when you're there to experience it live than when you have the degree of separation that television creates. Television raises expectations.”

Quote by Alan Thicke

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Alan Thicke, born on March 1, 1947 in Canada, was a renowned Canadian actor, screenwriter, and producer. He gained widespread popularity for his role as Michael Kyle in the television series 'Growing Pains'. Alan Thicke's career achievements have earned him a global fan base. more

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