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My dad had a personal style which was very attractive. It was quite reserved and quite elegant, and it was infectious.

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Bill Nighy
Age: 75
Born: 1949
Born: December 12
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Dub Actor
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Caterham
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William Francis Bill Nighy
William Francis Nighy
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