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“I wanted to be more hands on. Otherwise, every time you finish acting in a movie you have to almost go and beg people for the next job, whereas if you have the chance to create and produce your next movie that keeps you busier, it gives you more options and hopefully enables you to make the type of movies you're passionate about.”

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Aimee Teegarden
Aimee Teegarden

Aimee Teegarden, born on October 10, 1989, is an American actress. She gained widespread recognition for her role in the teen drama series 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager' and has appeared in several films as a lead or supporting actress. more

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