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“About actors' lives... I'm not the person to ask. I don't live an actor's life and I really don't know. I probably read less about actors' lives than you all do. So, I'm in the dark about all of that, sorry.”

Quote by Tilda Swinton

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Tilda Swinton is a British actress known for her unique acting style and diverse roles. Born on November 5, 1960, she has been active in the film and theater industries since the 1980s. Swinton gained international recognition for her performances in films such as 'The Fish Child', 'We Need to Talk About Kevin', and 'The Tree of Life', earning her multiple Oscar nominations. more

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