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I think envy motivates a lot of people.

Shia LaBeouf

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Shia LaBeouf
Age: 38
Born: 1986
Born: June 11
Actor
Comedian
Film Actor
Film Director
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Performance Artist
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LA
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Shia Saide LaBeouf
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