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I think the thing that would interest me would be to appear in a period piece where you'd get to dress in an elaborate costume and say nothing but just look fabulous and have a fancy role.

Ian Astbury

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Ian Astbury
Age: 62
Born: 1962
Born: May 14
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I always played soccer in Adidas, but I always wore Nikes. I love street sportswear.
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