"I wanted to be an actor. Maybe a comic actor, but an actor. That's what got me into acting was putting on an act, because in life, I wasn't funny and I felt on stage or in the movies, I could do whatever I wanted to. I was free."

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Gene Wilder

Actor, comedian

Gene Wilder was a celebrated actor and filmmaker known for his unique comedic style and memorable roles in films like 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory'.

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