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American Originals
James Spader Bad Guy Makes Good
Leaving the pack behind to become a movie star for the Nineties.
September
1
1989
Michael Tighe
James Spader Bad Guy Makes Good
September
1
1989
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American Originals
James Spader Bad Guy Makes Good
Leaving the pack behind to become a movie star for the Nineties.
September
1
1989
Michael Tighe
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