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I feel like theatre gives me the grounding, and keeps me alive, basically. Film gives me the thrill, and it's like a one night stand. But I do enjoy being around people who love it so much.

Marisa Tomei

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Marisa Tomei
Age: 59
Born: 1964
Born: December 4
Film Actor
Film Actress
Film Producer
Stage Actor
Television Actor
Voice Actor
Brooklyn
New York
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