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I always figure hey, look, I'm not a rock star, I'm an actor. I'm somebody who's meant to be other people and I'm not meant to be here representing myself. I'm happier when I'm presenting myself as other characters.

Christian Bale

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Christian Bale
Age: 50
Born: 1974
Born: January 30
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