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I don't like the idea that fame could mean that people can no longer relate to me.

Jessica Chastain

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Jessica Chastain
Age: 47
Born: 1977
Born: March 24
Actor
Film Actress
Film Producer
Sacramento
California
Jessica Michelle Chastain
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