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We all know the huge problem there is with entertainment in general leaving out women. Especially as actors, we know there are fewer great parts for women.

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Geena Davis
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: January 21
Actor
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Archer
Film Actor
Film Producer
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Television Actor
Television Producer
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Wareham
Massachusetts
Virginia Elizabeth Geena Davis
Virginia Elizabeth Davis
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