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“I enjoy darker sardonic wit more than knock-knock jokes. I spent the first healthy chunk of my career playing all-American, pleasant, average, nice people, so it's fun to have some complications there.”

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Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris, born on June 15, 1973, is an American actor, singer, and host. He gained widespread popularity for his role as Lenny Leonard in the television series 'Gilmore Girls'. Harris has achieved great success in Broadway musicals and is known for his versatility and sense of humor. He has won multiple awards for his performances. more

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