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Nelson Mandela, for obvious reasons.
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Who alive today do you admire most, and what draws you to them?Originally asked
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My son, Jason, because he has overcome so much and continues to keep a smile on his face, and I just love that.
Anyone brave enough to truly be themselves.
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Probably Daniel Barenboim. His blend of insane talent, intellect, and profound humanitarianism is one that comes along very, very rarely. I would put Martina Navratilova and Stephen Sondheim in a tie for second.
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When I was shooting The Player – I was in love with life and fulfilled by my creative experience.
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