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You know, it's recently come into focus for me why I want to be an actor: It's because of the connection I feel to people.
Jessica Chastain
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Jessica Chastain
Age: 47
Born: 1977
Born: March 24
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Film Actress
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Sacramento
California
Jessica Michelle Chastain
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