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“Watching 'The Sound of Music' is like being beaten to death by a Hallmark card.”

Quote by Doug McClure

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Doug McClure was an American actor, born on May 11, 1935, and passed away on February 5, 1995. He had a rich acting career in film and television, best known for his roles in Western-themed works. more

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