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" I don't look good in tights. I know that. "

Michael Douglas

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" It's difficult for me to meet women because my crowd is much older. I know that for some of the young women I do meet, a relationship with me can be envisioned as a benefit to their career. "

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" Women are now very comfortable to have babies into their late 30s. You can be a father in your 50s. I'm not saying it's for everybody, and I think people have to get their own life secure before they take on the responsibility of a partner and children. "

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" I've always tried to kind of stretch my wings as an actor and do things that are different. "

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" Learning patience was not an easy lesson. "

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