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In my early career I was like a goldfish. Rejection didn't affect me I'd just forget how bad it was and keep going back for more.

Emily Watson

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Emily Watson
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: January 14
Actor
Actress
Film Actor
Stage Actor
Television Actor
London
England
Emily Margaret Watson
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