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“I will not make any deals with you. I’ve resigned. I will not be pushed, filed, stamped, indexed, briefed, debriefed, or numbered. My life is my own.”

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Patrick McGoohan
Patrick McGoohan

Patrick McGoohan was an accomplished American actor, born on March 19, 1928, and passed away on January 13, 2009. He is best known for his role in the television series 'The Prisoner', and has made significant contributions to the film and television industry with his versatile performances. more

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