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When I commit to a role, I always tell myself that role is king. That's the Bible. If I start to judge my character, than it's going to influence my performance, and I don't want that. I want to find the truth in the character.

Cuba Gooding, Jr.

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Cuba Gooding, Jr.
Age: 56
Born: 1968
Born: January 2
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