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I live in fear of being a contented passenger. I'd rather get parts I can't play.

Michael Gambon

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Michael Gambon
Age: 84
Born: 1940
Born: October 19
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Film Actor
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Sir Michael Gambon
Michael John Gambon
Sir Michael John Gambon
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