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born June 1, 1937, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.

Morgan Freeman, 1990.
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American actor whose emotional depth and versatility made him one of the most respected performers of his generation. Over a career that included numerous memorable performances on stage, screen, and television, Freeman was one of the few African American actors who consistently received roles that were not specifically written for…

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	Freeman, Morgan (born 1937), U.S. actor. Morgan Freeman's ability to deliver quality performances in a range of stage and screen roles made him one of the premiere actors of the late 20th century.

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