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“In my opinion, if the human race is going to survive, [religion] is something we definitely need to get over - and we're far from over it, and so therefore, I'm far from over it.”

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Scott Clifton, born on October 31, 1984, is an accomplished actor from the United States. He gained widespread acclaim for his performance in the reality TV show 'America's Next Top Model' and has played significant roles in various film and television projects. more

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