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Coffee, which is why I’ve given it up.
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The fact that I’m a vampire.
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My girlfriend [Cuban model Jessica Ledon].
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Wanting to be better: a better actor, a better father.
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I am not afraid.
To not be afraid, to stand there and be strong and loving and honest.
A friend said, “If you remembered everything you did, you’d kill yourself.” He’s sort of crazy, but he’s probably right.
That I have no patience.
I guess lack of patience as well.
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