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I don't think Hollywood knows what to do with me. I would imagine that when it comes to romantic comedies, my name would be pretty low down on the list.

Gary Oldman

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Gary Oldman
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: March 21
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Gary Leonard Oldman
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