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Nov 2024
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Pamela Anderson (“The Last Showgirl”); H...

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“The Last Showgirl” star Pamela Anderson on her role in the film, and how she’s still a pop culture icon; and “Dune: Part Two” composer Hans Zimmer on why his score should still be eligible for an Oscar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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