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“I've learned over the years, when someone is complaining or wants to vent and has something they want to tell you, they don't necessarily want you to fix it.”

Quote by Mike Colter

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Mike Colter is an accomplished American actor, born on August 26, 1976. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Erik Killmonger in the television series 'Black Panther,' and has appeared in various film and television projects. more

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