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“I ride really well and I shoot a gun really well. I love the genre. Once I did Westerns, I was hooked. I love them, but there's been very few of them made. I never wanted to play a guy who was acting like a cowboy. I wanted to play someone who had a real life, but was also trapped into situations.”

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Lance Henriksen

Lance Henriksen, born on May 5, 1940, is an accomplished American actor known for his diverse roles in film and television. He has gained recognition for his unique acting style and wide range of characters. more

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