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I would say only be an actress if you genuinely feel the calling, because it's a tough profession.

Naomie Harris

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Naomie Harris
Age: 48
Born: 1976
Born: September 6
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I have many different sides I can be the life and soul of the party - or a wallflower.
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When I have finished a job, done all the promotion, and it's been received well. Then I can allow myself the luxury of a break, and chilling out with my family and friends, and taking a nice break knowing I've done a good job.
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Your boss is only human and just wants the best from you.
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I try to be upbeat. I read this book which tells you to write down everything that you're grateful for each day. Now I'm constantly noticing all the little things that make me joyful.
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Only do acting, if you don't want to do anything else. And know that it's a tough journey with a lot of rejection along the way. You have to have a lot of self-belief.
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