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Mark Twain is a universe, and he is also a kind of American authority figure. He can say things to America that other people can't say, in a way that can truly be heard.

Val Kilmer

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Val Kilmer
Age: 64
Born: 1959
Born: December 31
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Val Edward Kilmer
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