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“[Chris] Farley was a dear friend, and we remained close right up until the end. You know, there was nobody more fearless comedically than Chris. And that's saying a lot, because I'm friendly with a lot of funny people.”

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Rob Lowe is an American film actor born on March 17, 1964. He gained widespread popularity for his roles in the television series 'The Facts of Life' and 'The Office'. Lowe's acting career began in the 1980s, and he gained attention for his role in the film 'St. Elmo's Fire'. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film. more

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