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It's not quite the same as other kinds of performing, but I love animation. It is just a different kind of experience. The difference is that making a live action movie you are using your whole body.

John Leguizamo

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John Leguizamo
Age: 60
Born: 1964
Born: July 22
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John Alberto Leguizamo
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