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TIL The actor who played Fredo in the Godfather, John Cazale, appeared in 5 films over 7 years 1972-78, each nominated for Best Picture: Godfather & Godfather II, The Conversation, Dog Day Afternoon & The Deer Hunter. He died in 1978 right after Deer Hunter with Meryl Streep at his side.

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