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“If the question was did we want to delay the revelation?... Yeah, you want to delay it as long as possible because the audience knows that that moment is coming and you want to make them wait for it. They have to suffer a bit.”

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William Mapother

William Mapother, born on April 17, 1965, is an American actor best known for his role as Jack Shephard in the television series 'Lost'. He has gained widespread recognition for his performance in this show. Mapother began his acting career on stage, which eventually led to film and television roles, where he has participated in several notable projects. more

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