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Sean Connery

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Sir Thomas Sean Connery (August 25, 1930 – October 31, 2020) was a Scottish actor and producer who won an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards (one being a BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award), and three Golden Globes, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award and a Henrietta Award. Connery was the first actor to portray the character James Bond in film, starring in seven Bond films (every film from Dr. No to You Only Live Twice, plus Diamonds Are Forever and Never Say Never Again), between 1962 and 1983. In 1988, Connery won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Untouchables. His films also include Marnie (1964), Murder on the Orient Express (1974), The Man Who Would Be King (1975), A Bridge Too Far (1977), Highlander (1986), Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989), The Hunt for Red October (1990), Dragonheart (1996), The Rock (1996), and Finding Forrester (2000). Connery was polled in a 2004 The Sunday Herald as "The Greatest Living Scot" and in a 2011 EuroMillions survey as "Scotland's Greatest Living National Treasure". He was voted by People magazine as both the “Sexiest Man Alive" in 1989 and the "Sexiest Man of the Century” in 1999. He received a lifetime achievement award in the United States with a Kennedy Center Honor in 1999. Connery was knighted in the 2000 New Year Honours for services to film drama. On 31 October 2020, it was announced that Connery had died at the age of 90. Description above from the Wikipedia article Sean Connery, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
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William H. Macy

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An American actor and writer. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his role as Jerry Lundegaard in Fargo. He is also a teacher and director in theater, film and television. His film career has been built mostly on his appearances in small, independent films, though he has appeared in summer action films as well. Macy has described his screen persona as "sort of a Middle American, WASPy, Lutheran kind of guy... Everyman". He has won two Emmy Awards and a Screen Actors Guild Award, being nominated for nine Emmy Awards and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards in total. He is also a three-time Golden Globe Award nominee.
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Desiree Geraldine

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Desiree Geraldine wanted to become an actress at the age of five years old. She would reenact scenes from movies and memorize lines from her favorite TV shows throughout the school day. At the age of 17 years old, Desiree worked up the courage to walk in her purpose and took the appropriate steps to begin her acting career. Desiree has studied acting for eight years and has trained with professional acting coaches and teachers, some of which are well known in the L.A. market. Desiree continues to follow her dreams and enjoy her journey. When Desiree is not on set she loves to read books, play board games, volunteer, work out, research African American/African history, watch British period films, and spend time with her family. Desiree also enjoys the simple things in life such as waking up to a beautiful sunny day and writing in her gratitude journal before breakfast. *Desiree won Best Performance at the 2017 Indie Spirit Film Festival for her very first short film, Come Home which was directed by Ben Rand.
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Mohammed Aldokhei

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Mohamad AlDokhei is a celebrated Saudi actor who has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Born and raised in Riyadh, his talent and passion for acting blossomed from an early age. With a charming personality and a natural gift for comedy, he quickly established himself as one of the most beloved actors in the Saudi Arabian film industry. AlDokhei gained widespread recognition for his roles in multiple iconic Saudi series, most notably the immensely popular shows "Khamblah" and "AlKhallat." These series captivated audiences across the nation and the region, amassing billions of views and becoming cultural touchstones in Saudi Arabia. Such was their influence that "AlKhallat" eventually into a feature film called "Alkhallat+," further solidifying AlDokhei's status as a household name. Although he initially made a name for himself through his comedic prowess, AlDokhei has consistently challenged himself by exploring diverse genres and expanding his range as an actor. His latest film, "MANDOOB," showcases his versatility and his exceptional talent for delivering powerful and emotionally charged performances. Mohamad AlDokhei has formed a strong artistic bond with esteemed director Ali Al-Kalthami. Their collaborations have resulted in numerous successful projects, with each endeavor pushing creative boundaries and resonating with audiences on a profound level. Their shared vision and synergy have become a trademark of their work, and their partnership continues to yield remarkable cinematic achievements.
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Brian Costello

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is an American professional wrestler. He was best known for his run as a jobber in the World Wrestling Federation from 1987 to 1992. Costello's most memorable match during his WWF run was against Andre the Giant, which took place during a March 1988 television taping for WWF Superstars of Wrestling. The match – merely a setup to have Hacksaw Jim Duggan come to the ring, confront Andre and begin their feud – lasted less than 30 seconds, and involved Andre simply grabbing Costello and headbutting him twice before throwing him from the ring.
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Oscar de la Hoya

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Oscar De La Hoya (born on February 4, 1973) is an American boxing promoter and former professional boxer who competed from 1992 to 2008. His accolades include winning 11 world titles in six weight classes, including the lineal championship in three weight classes. He is ranked as the 38th best boxer of all time, pound for pound, by BoxRec. He was nicknamed "The Golden Boy of boxing" by the media when he represented the United States at the 1992 Summer Olympics where, shortly after having graduated high school, he won a gold medal in the lightweight division, and reportedly "set a sport back on its feet."
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Alcymar Monteiro

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Alcymar Monteiro dos Santos (Aurora - Ceará), 13 de Fevereiro de 1953), é um cantor e compositor brasileiro de Forró e Frevo. É considerado um dos grandes intérpretes da música nordestina, mais especificamente do Forró tradicional, sendo conhecido como o Rei do Forró. O cantor e compositor Alcymar Monteiro nasceu no distrito de Ingazeiras, em Aurora, no Ceará, e se mudou para Juazeiro do Norte, onde passou sua infância. Estudou música no Conservatório Alberto Nepomuceno, em Fortaleza. Porém foi em Recife, onde reside atualmente, que Alcymar Monteiro conseguiu se destacar no cenário musical. Pesquisador dos ritmos nordestinos, Alcymar faz um trabalho versátil sem perder o foco na autêntica música nordestina. Em mais de três décadas de carreira já teve suas músicas gravadas por grandes nomes da MPB como Zé Ramalho e Alceu Valença. Já fez duetos com Luiz Gonzaga, Dominguinhos, Elba Ramalho, Marinês entre outros.
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Shahkrit Yamnarm

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Krit Chakrit Yamnam is a Thai actor, model, host, and restaurateur. He attended high school in New Zealand and received a bachelor's degree in marketing from the International Correspondence School (ICS) in the United States. Krit starred in his first drama in 1997 and has since performed in dramas, sitcoms, films, and international productions such as Belly of the Beast with Steven Seagal and Bangkok Dangerous with Nicolas Cage. Krit was married to actor Woonsen Virithipa Pakdeeprasong from 2012 until 2016. He was married for the second time on November 8, 2017, to Ann Pattira Roongroj. On April 25, 2018, the couple welcomed their first child, Bodhi Yamnam.
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Monica Dolan

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Monica Dolan is a BAFTA and Olivier Award winning actor whose work spans television, film and stage. Monica was born in March 1969 into an Irish family and has a sister Gabrielle. She studied drama at the Guildhall School in London, graduating in 1991 and soon afterwards went into television. A supremely versatile character actress, she has tended to specialize in stunning portrayals of the darker side of life, as real-life stalker Maria Marchese in U Be Dead (2009), demure but deadly Miss Gilchrist in the superior Poirot adaptation Poirot: After the Funeral (2006) and, particularly, as serial killer Rosemary West in Appropriate Adult (2011) for which she, along with fellow Guildhall graduate Dominic West, deservedly received a BAFTA award.
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Calion Maston

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Calion Maston is an actor, model, host, and public speaker who resides in Los Angeles, CA, and Phoenix, AZ. In 2014, Calion became an internationally known actor with his debut as lead actor in the feature film “Fathers and Daughters”. Calion is most well known for his work in Travel Europe (2017, TV), the Talk Around Town Show (2016, TV), The Coldest Kiss (2014, Film), Cowboy Zombies (2013, Film), and The Detective’s Lover (2012, Film). Other film appearances include several dramatic roles in western and action films like feature film Cowboy Zombies. Over the years, Calion Maston has captivated theater audiences with poignant performances in such works as Radio Golf, Dark of the Moon, and The Soul of Broadway. Known in the acting community for his masterful improvisational skills, comedic timing and meticulous dedication, Calion continues to relentlessly pursue his passion for stage acting. Some of Calion’s first paid work as an actor was in musicals which utilized his talents as a singer, writer, and performer. Calion’s acting and modeling led to developing a sense of entrepreneurship, and resulted in Calion starting public speaking to at-risk youth, foster families, and even the creation of his own men’s cologne called “Handsome Perfection”. In 2014 Calion was asked to co-host the TV show "Talk Around Town," which now has viewership in over 150 countries and has had two very successful seasons.
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