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The quote says acting involves real professional risk, and that having a child changes how boldly someone can afford to act. It suggests responsibility for a family makes a person more cautious about taking chances at work.
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Originally said in English.
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About Brian Stokes Mitchell
American actor and singer
Brian Stokes Mitchell is an American actor and singer, best known for his work on Broadway since the 1990s. With a strong baritone voice, he has long been a leading presence in musical theater. He has earned several major honors for his stage work, including a Tony Award, a Drama Desk Award, and an Outer Critics Circle Award, along with a Grammy Award nomination. In 2016, he received the Isabelle Stevenson Award.
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