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Show business is and has always been a depraved carnival.
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David Mamet
Age: 76
Born: 1947
Born: November 30
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David Alen Mamet
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I'm entitled to my political opinions, and I get to vote because I'm an American.
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I love Superman. I'm a big fan of anyone who can make his living in his underwear.
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