Philip Seymour Hoffman
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A biography is presented of American film actor, Philip Seymour Hoffman, has made a career of portraying unusual, often embarrassing, characters, in films such as "Boogie Nights," "The Talented Mr. Ripley," and "Magnolia," and "Flawless." Hoffman's first film appearance was in the obscure "Triple Bogey on a Par 5 Hole," but he was soon playing minor roles in major films such as "Scent of a Woman," and "When a Man Loves a Woman," and his first major role was in "Twister."
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2001
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Ridge, Tom
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Tom Ridge, Governor of Pennsylvania, won his first gubernatorial election in 1994. He graduated from law school in 1972, and then spent 10 years as an assistant district attorney before successfully running for a seat in Congress.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2001
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Ralston, Joseph W.
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A biography of the Commander in Chief, US European Command and the Supreme Allied Commander in Europe General Joseph W. Ralston is presented. His military career and strategic management are discussed.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2001
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