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Cristiana Réali

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Cristiana Reali (born March 16, 1965) is a Brazilian actress. She has appeared in numerous theatre pieces, television series and a few movies. Reali was born in São Paulo, Brazil, the daughter of the Brazilian journalist Elpídio Reali Júnior. Cristina emigrated to France along with her family at a young age. She graduated from the Lycée Moliėre in Paris (high school equivalent), then studied theatre with her future husband, Francis Huster at the Cours Florent. In March, 2009, she was reported to be dating American actor and director John Malkovich. Source: Article "Cristiana Reali" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.
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Burak Deniz

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Burak was born in Istanbul but grew up and attended school in Izmit, as his parents divorced and he lived with his mother and grandfather. In 2014, Burak lost his mother to an incurable disease. This was a devastating blow. Since childhood, Burak had watched films and put himself in the shoes of the characters, always wanting to be on the other side of the screen. This desire brought Burak to Istanbul, and his entire family supported his decision, standing behind him. Having made this decision, Burak began reading a lot, watching films, observing, and taking acting lessons, which he continues to do. His manager, Gökçe Doruk Erten, has guided and supported Burak since the beginning and continues to this day. Burak studied at the University of Arts. His acting career began in 2011 with the series "College Life." In this series, he played the role of Onur. Özge Çelik and Furkan Andıç also starred in the series. Then, in 2012, he starred in the series "Sultan" alongside Nurgül Yeşilçay. In 2013, Burak Deniz starred in the series "The Fugitive." His role as Burak Topçuoğlu already marked his rise to popularity. In that series, he starred alongside actors such as Görkan Uygun, Berk Hakman, Begüm Birgören, and Yağmur Tanrısevsin. In 2015, Burak joined the popular series "Tide" in episode 65, playing the role of Aras. Cagatay Ulusoy and Serenay Sarıkaya also starred in the series. He enjoys playing villains. He played a lot of computer games as a child, and he still plays; it's a favorite hobby he can't give up. He prefers playing war games. His favorite color is green. He doesn't have a specific favorite song. He enjoys instrumental music and listens to a lot of foreign songs. He doesn't play sports, but he once played hockey, but quit due to lack of time. His favorite foods are meat, dolma, and spaghetti. He's not picky and enjoys a good meal. He's been dating actress Bushra Develi since 2015. Bushra and Burak's relationship began on the set of the TV series "Pretty Little Liars." Three years later, in 2018, they broke up. At the end of 2020, he began dating supermodel Didem Soydan.
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Diane Peterson

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Diane grew up in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Diane graduated from the University of Miami with a BA Degree in Drama. She did a stint as a Playboy Bunny in Great Gorge, New Jersey and then London, England. Diane got her start in New York on an acting role in Kojak. There she saw two stuntmen do a car chase and she knew she found her calling. Diane worked in New York with the Eastcoast Stuntmen's Association for two years and then moved to Los Angeles. She became the President of the Stuntwomen's Association of Motion Pictures for seven years and continues to work as an actress and stuntwoman in television and film.
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Sharla Cheung

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Sharla Cheung Man, also known as 張敏 (born February 7, 1967) is an actress working in the Hong Kong film industry. Sharla Cheung was discovered by Wong Jing, with whom she worked on many of his productions in the early 1990s. Cheung gained popularity with the numerous films she's starred in alongside Stephen Chow, in which she was frequently cast as Chow's love interest. They partnered for more than 10 films from 1988 to 1994, including All for the Winner, God of Gamblers II, Fist of Fury 1991, Fight Back to School, Royal Tramp, and King of Beggars. Another frequent co-star is Andy Lau, who appeared alongside Cheung in such films as God of Gamblers, God of Gamblers II, and Lee Rock. After an impressive body of work in the early 1990s (she starred in about 50 films between 1990 and 1995), Sharla Cheung moved into producing in 1995 with Dream Lover (starring Tony Leung Ka-fai and Wu Chien-lien). However, Cheung was unhappy with it and she remade the film as Romantic Dream (starring Cheung and Lau Ching-wan). Both versions opened in 1995. The films, however, were commercial failures, and Cheung then retired from the film industry to focus on various business interests. Cheung made a comeback in acting in the early 2000s to star in several television series. She appeared in such TV series as My Celebrity Boyfriend in 2003 and Legend of the Book's Tower in 2005 alongside Nicky Wu. In 2006, she portrayed Diao Chan, one of the Four Beauties of ancient China, opposite Ray Lui, in the TV series Diao Chan.
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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 October 31, 2020, it was announced that Connery had died at the age of 90.
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Chuck Cooper

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Won the 1996 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor for his portrayal of Memphis in The Life. His other Broadway credits include: Chicago, Passion, Someone to Watch Over Me, Rumors, Amen Corner, Getting Away With Murder, and Badfoot in St. Louis Woman, in City Centers acclaimed Encore series. National tours: The Tap Dance Kid, Eubie and Whistle Down the Wind. Off-Broadway: Thunder Knocking On The door, Marco Polo Sings a Solo, Jawbone, Avenue X, Police Boys and Colored People's Time. Regional Theatre: Paul Robeson in Paul Robeson at the Passage Theatre, Thunder Knocking On The Door at Trinity Repertory, The Doctor is Out, Othello in Othello at the New Jersey Shakespeare Festival, Brutus in Julius Caesar at the Philadelphia Drama Guild, Tullus Aufidius in Coriolanus at the Old Globe Theatre and Caliban in The Tempest at the Alliance Theatre Company. Television credits include Law & Order, Oz, Strangers with Candy, NYPD Blue, Cosby, The Cosby Mysteries, New York Undercover, I'll Fly Away, The Bold and the Beautiful and as Charlie the Bridge Man in the A&E series 100 Centre Street. His most recent film credits are _3 Days of Rain (2000)_, Our Song (2000), Gloria (1999), The Peacemaker (1997), The Juror (1996) and The Hurricane (1999).
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Ken Tyrrell

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Ken Tyrrell (May 3, 1924 – August 25, 2001) was a pivotal figure in Formula 1, renowned for founding and managing the Tyrrell Racing Organisation. Born in East Horsley, Surrey, England, he served in the Royal Air Force during World War II. Post-war, Tyrrell became a timber merchant, earning the nickname "Chopper." In 1952, Tyrrell began racing in Formula 3, eventually transitioning to team management. He established the Tyrrell Racing Organisation in the 1960s, initially competing in lower formulas before entering Formula 1 in 1968. Under his leadership, the team achieved significant success, notably with driver Jackie Stewart, securing three Drivers' Championships in 1969, 1971, and 1973. Tyrrell was known for his innovative approach, exemplified by the creation of the six-wheeled Tyrrell P34 in 1976. Despite limited success, the P34 remains one of the most distinctive cars in F1 history. After selling his team in 1997, Tyrrell retired from Formula 1. He passed away on August 25, 2001, at the age of 77, leaving a lasting legacy in motorsport.
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Slim Pickens

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Louis Burton Lindley Jr. (June 29, 1919 – December 8, 1983), known professionally as Slim Pickens, was an American actor and rodeo performer. Starting off in the rodeo, Pickens transitioned to acting and appeared in dozens of movies and TV shows. For much of his career Pickens played mainly cowboy roles. he is perhaps best remembered today for his comic roles in Dr. Strangelove (1964), Blazing Saddles (1972) and 1941 (1979), and his villainous turn in One-Eyed Jacks (1961). Description above from the Wikipedia article Slim Pickens, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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Lothar Motschenbacher

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Lothar Motschenbacher, born on October 7, 1938, in Germany, is a former racing driver known for his accomplishments in North American open-wheel and sports car racing. Motschenbacher moved to the United States early in his career and gained recognition as a skilled driver in the competitive Can-Am series in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Known for his consistency and adaptability, he was a regular competitor in Can-Am events, often racing against top drivers and factory-backed teams. Though he never secured a win in Can-Am, Motschenbacher's persistence and driving skill earned him numerous podium finishes, placing him among the top competitors in the series during its heyday. In addition to Can-Am, he also competed in Formula 5000 and other sports car events, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and reliable driver. Motschenbacher eventually retired from racing but is remembered for his competitive spirit and contributions to North American motorsport during an exciting era in racing history.
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Tupac Shakur

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Tupac Amaru Shakur (born Lesane Parish Crooks, June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996), better known by his stage name 2Pac and later by his alias Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor. Considered one of the most influential rappers of all time, Shakur is among the best-selling music artists, having sold more than 75 million records worldwide. In addition to his music career, Shakur also found considerable success as an actor, with his starring roles in Juice (1992), Poetic Justice (1993), Above the Rim (1994), Bullet (1996), Gridlock'd (1997), and Gang Related (1997).
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