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I think all actors have a sadomasochistic streak, because acting is kind of brutal, you know.

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Michelle Pfeiffer
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: April 29
Actress
Beauty Pageant Contestant
Film Actor
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Model
Singer
Stage Actor
Television Actor
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Santa Ana
California
Michelle Marie Pfeiffer
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