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“I knew everything in the forest. I had a secret home tree, where I pretty much lived. I also liked rooftops and streetlamps. My parents would get calls saying 'He's out there again.'”

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Bas Rutten
Bas Rutten

Bas Rutten, born on February 24, 1965, is a renowned Dutch-American mixed martial artist. He achieved remarkable success in the MMA world, known for his exceptional standing combat skills and practical combat abilities. more

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