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My first interest was always music, and somehow that channelled itself into films and acting. I don't know what the natural transition of it was. I mean I acted a little bit when I was young and like any kid would in a community theatre.

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Andy Garcia
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: April 12
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Andrés Arturo García Menéndez
Andres Arturo Garcia Menendez
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I'm a staunch anti-Castro individual.
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I stand as I always have with the Cuban people who love, cherish and celebrate liberty. Hard-working, helpful people who open their hearts and homes to all, whether in Cuba or in exile.
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