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Celebrity portraits by The Times: Hugh Jackman wasnt afraid to look foolish as he prepared for his role as Jean Valjean in Les Miserables.
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Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman wasn't afraid to look foolish as he prepared for his role as Jean Valjean in "Les Miserables."
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