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Amy Adams

American actress
Also known as: Amy Lou Adams
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Amy Adams (born August 20, 1974, Aviano, Italy) is an American actress, especially noted for her critically acclaimed portrayals of naive and charming characters in such movies as Junebug (2005) and Enchanted (2007). She received numerous Oscar nominations, including for her roles in Doubt (2008) and American Hustle (2013). Adams was born in Italy while her father served in the U.S. military, and she grew up in Castle Rock, Colorado, as one of seven children....

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