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Mental Health Advocate. Co-Founder & CEO @youcanpym . Chairman @BC2M . Trustee @UnitedGMH .

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@zakwilliams
Zak Williams
3 years
Dad, seven years ago today you passed on. The joy and inspiration you brought to the world carries on in your legacy and in your family, friends, and fans you so loved. You lived to bring laughter and to help others. I will be celebrating your memory today. Love you forever.
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2 years
Happy 71st Birthday Dad! I'll be remembering you today as you would want to be remembered, in spandex. Miss you and love you always!
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2 years
Dad, on the eighth anniversary of your passing, I'm remembering how incredibly kind and joyful you were. I deeply miss you you wonderful, hairy man and will be celebrating your life today. Love you so so much!
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3 years
Today would be 70. Missing you especially much today. Love you always evermore.
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4 years
I lost my dad - pictured here as a cheerleader - to suicide in 2014. One of the biggest risks we face in suicide prevention is the fear of the stigma associated with seeking help. To all those who support those in need, THANK YOU. #nationalsuicidepreventionday
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9 months
Dad, on the 9th anniversary of your passing, I'm remembering you for your most excellent fashion choices. These days are always hard and I love remembering you for being so very, very YOU. Love you so much!
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10 months
Happy 72nd Dad! Was remembering how much I used to love that look you'd give. That look with a mischievous, loving grin that your friends and loved ones knew so well. Joyous and curious and wondrous. Miss you and love you forever!
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To all the dads out there who go all out for their loved ones, thank you for everything you do. Dad, I'm specifically remembering you for your courage and compassion today. Thank you for helping me learn how to be kind to myself as a first step towards showing up for others.…
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Zak Williams
2 years
To all those reaching out wishing my father a Happy Birthday today, thank you. If you'd like to do something to remember him, go out and do something kind for someone, and then, for yourself!
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4 years
Dad, today marks six years since your passing. Your legacy lives on in your family and in those who carry your spirit within their hearts. We will continue to fight for what’s good in the world, for peace, and for connecting people instead of tearing them apart. Love you so much!
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Zak Williams
3 years
Missing you so much today Dad. To all those out there who won’t be spending Father’s Day with their dads, or might not have had one present in their life, my heart goes out to you. Happy Father’s Day.
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2 years
I had the great privilege of keynoting the @afspnational Longterm Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit this morning. To the incredible team and community of suicide survivors, thank you for doing everything you do to be of service and to support those in need!
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3 years
Celebrated four years sober today. It was about as good a day as it gets.
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Zak Williams
2 years
Happy Father's Day Dad! Today, I'm especially grateful for your helping me find happiness and healing through service, something you found so much joy in. I miss you and love you so very much.
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2 years
Imagine you or a loved one being in a mental health crisis and having a three-digit number to call for trained support. The efforts of Congressman @sethmoulton are making this a reality. He and I created an Op-Ed about it for @TIME .
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4 years
Dad, on what would have been your 69th birthday the feelings of missing you are especially intense. I love you and am so grateful we were able to spend all the incredible times we did together. #HappyBirthdayRobinWilliams
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11 months
@ImChrisHanchard @JackPosobiec @ImChrisHanchard First, I want to acknowledge your perspective. With that said, there was a time when I was resentful and I've done what I believe is necessary to work through the stigma associated with what you are referencing. No one is asking you to idolize my father. I…
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Today marks my sixth year sober! I had the privilege of spending it with @oliviajune and our kids at The Father's Day Car Show. Mickey wanted the RB19 F1 car and Zola wanted a hot pink 1953 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe DeVille. If they eat all their vegetables for the next forty…
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Zak Williams
4 years
To those contemplating suicide or seeking support, text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor or call 1(800)-273-8255 for free, confidential help. #nationalsuicidepreventionday
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10 years
I miss my Dad so much. He was so good. Saw this photo of him giving blood on 9/11 and it made me smile. #NeverForget http://t.co/MJ9Nm4OEfK
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3 years
Wishing those who served and their family a Happy Veteran’s Day. I love this photo of Dad performing in the Middle East during one of his USO tours. Performing for the troops always made him so happy!
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Zak Williams
10 years
Thank you for the tremendous outpouring of support and love during this difficult time. Our family is deeply grateful of both.
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Zak Williams
4 years
Six years in missing Dad on Father’s Day. Feeling really grateful to be spending my second one with my son Mickey. Wishing everyone, especially all the dads out there, a happy, hopeful Father’s Day!
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Zak Williams
3 years
OH: The iPhone is everything our parents said marijuana would be.
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4 years
I had the great joy of marrying my best friend @oliviajune today! It went awesome and we couldn’t have tied the knot on a better day. #WorldMentalHealthDay
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Zak Williams
3 years
I’m excited about more and more people getting out how transformative and influential DeFi, DAOs, NFTs, and Dapps will be. Just this year alone I’m floored by the pace of innovation, development, and creativity in the sector and will be devoting much more time to it.
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Zak Williams
10 months
A decade ago, I would not have thought I'd spend most of my time supporting mental health initiatives or helping nurture positive mental hygiene in folks. Thank you @mrichard_craven for giving me the opportunity to share some tips I learned along the way!
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Zak Williams
7 months
My family and I are over the moon to present this year's Legacy of Laughter Award to @VancityReynolds on behalf of @BC2M ! I can't speak for every child who will benefit from his advocacy, but he's definitely bringing smiles to a lot of young faces. 🌟
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Zak Williams
3 years
I love this quote I recently read: “Grant me the courage to serve others; For in service there is true life.” -Cesar Chavez Could not have been put better.
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Zak Williams
3 years
Seeing this photo made me nostalgic for this memorable night with Dad, @BarackObama , and @StevieWonder in 2004 when Obama was running for senate. Thank you for capturing this moment @davidkatzphotos . I look forward to getting your book, Barack Before Obama.
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Zak Williams
2 years
Beyond being one of the funniest comedians to have graced this planet, @bobsaget was a profoundly kind, genuine human. He sent me one of the nicest notes someone sent me last summer— one that deeply touched me. Bob, you will be dearly missed. Rest peacefully.
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Zak Williams
10 years
Am honored and delighted to throw out the first pitch of Game 5 with @zeldawilliams in loving memory of Dad. Let's go @SFGiants !
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Zak Williams
8 years
Miss ya Dad. Every time I pass through I'll be thinking of you.
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4 years
@AdamsRM1 I’m so happy to hear this. Thank you for sharing.
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Zak Williams
10 months
For anyone in the education sector seeking to learn more about mental health support training, there's an incredible in-person and virtual teacher training occurring at the @GeffenAcademy put on by the amazing @RossESzabo from July 17th - 21st. You can register through the link…
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Zak Williams
3 years
@zeldawilliams Thank you dear sister @zeldawilliams . Well put and could not agree more. Love you and your compassionate noggin!
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Zak Williams
4 years
I really hope the California Legislature clearing the new, strong mental health parity law will set a precedent of holding insurers accountable for providing equal coverage for mental health treatment across the board. It’s so needed.
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Zak Williams
9 months
@MaxxGainz Thank you for the kind words. I'm so sorry for your loss and am so glad you have great memories of your father.
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Zak Williams
3 years
Who is Alex Trebek? Credit: @chrisiz4real
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Zak Williams
2 years
Was driving through the Rainbow Tunnel earlier today and my two year-old son Mickey shouted out, “Grandpa Robin! Come here! We need you!” I couldn’t agree more.
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Zak Williams
9 years
Celebrating your memory today. Love you and miss you madly you mensch! http://t.co/LP3CxzJNTi
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Zak Williams
1 year
I had a wonderful conversation with the mental health advocate and growth expert @cluesdotlife about our unique mental hygiene rituals, the metabolic crisis underlying our mental health crisis and service as a path to healing. You can check it out here!
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Zak Williams
3 years
When I would stay with my grandma as a kid, we would watch Jeopardy while she taught me how to cook Neopolitan food. That was our family time and it was awesome. Thank you for the memories Alex Trebek. Rest peacefully.
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Zak Williams
3 years
9/11 was only two weeks after I moved to NYC a freshman at NYU. But only after 15 years did I start to acknowledge that the attacks were traumatic for me. To the victims, families of the victims, and the rescue and recovery teams, you are in my heart.
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Zak Williams
2 years
I am pleased to announce that I’ll be the keynote speaker at @AFSPnational ’s Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit – a weekend of connection, understanding and empowerment. If you've experienced losing a loved one to suicide, join me this July:
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Zak Williams
2 years
Today marks a major milestone for me with the launch of Call For Help, a podcast series about the crisis hotline 988 that I was a correspondent for and co-produced along with @LemonadaMedia and host @wittelstephanie ! Check out this link to learn more:
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Zak Williams
2 years
If you are going to read one new book about entrepreneurship and/or mental health this year, read Burn Rate by @dunn . I'm incredibly inspired by his vulnerability and courage and anyone involved with the start-up world or passionate about mental health needs to read this book.
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Zak Williams
3 years
Fake News?
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Zak Williams
4 years
As a reminder, if you are in line when the polls close, you are still legally allowed to vote. Pass it on.
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Zak Williams
4 years
It’s true, I do want to help you feel better!
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Zak Williams
7 months
Devastated by the terrorist attacks in Israel, especially on Shabbat and the final day of Sukkot – a time to celebrate community and family. For non-Jewish Americans, imagine your Thanksgiving marred by violence, with innocent loved ones targeted simply for being born American.
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4 years
@zeldawilliams Love this so much!
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@BillAschenbach Thank you for sharing your story. It means a lot.
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Zak Williams
2 years
Due to Russian attacks on pipelines and infrastructure in the Ukraine, air quality is degrading both there and in neighboring countries. Please share or use these instructions relating to making a box fan air purifier as needed.
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Zak Williams
6 months
@michaelianblack Objectively, they are eating bagels, so this is more of a shmear than a shaming.
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Zak Williams
3 years
Seeing the joy on the face of @richardbranson during the livestream made my day today. So much has gone into the success of Virgin Galactic and it’s awesome to see his vision come to fruition over 17 years. #Unity22
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Zak Williams
2 years
Happy National Four Seasons Total Landscaping Day!
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Zak Williams
10 years
@robinwilliams thank you dad!! Sending love your way!
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Zak Williams
3 years
This is terrifying. A humanitarian crisis is rapidly unfolding. There needs to be an internationally enforced armistice giving the opportunity for those who need refuge to find it.
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Crazy chaotic scenes at Kabul airport. #Kabul #Taliban #Afghanistan
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Zak Williams
3 years
A relevant headline written in 1989 by the now deposed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. It’s come full circle.
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Amazing. From Feb 15, 1989.
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4 years
@zeldawilliams Your padawan nephew would like to spar with his lightbrooms (broomsabers?) at some point #MayThe4thBeWithYou
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4 years
@WinWithJoe2020 Amazing! Thank you for sharing.
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4 years
Happy Halloween! 🎃
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Zak Williams
3 years
Is it just me or is the electoral college and “the process” associated with certifying election results utterly outdated and absurd?
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Zak Williams
3 years
Today is #NationalSuicidePreventionDay and if you want to share information about or support one of the many organizations that do incredibly important work to prevent suicide, check out @afspnational @NAMICommunicate @TrevorProject @800273TALK @mindsfoundation to name a few
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Zak Williams
3 years
This is a positive step forward! Focusing on having mental health and crisis workers respond to emergency mental health calls instead of law enforcement will save lives and prevent escalation.
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Zak Williams
3 years
This. All of this.
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3 years
30% of veterans have considered suicide. 37,000 veterans are homeless. The VA is underfunded. Today is #VeteransDay . Beyond thanking all who have served, we must commit to fighting for the resources our veterans need to live a decent life.
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Zak Williams
3 years
In other news, Alberta is the first province in Canada to eliminate fees for addiction recovery programs. Wouldn’t it be awesome to see this happen in the USA? Here’s to the new administration making more opportunities for accessible and affordable care.
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Zak Williams
7 months
On #WorldMentalHealthDay , I’m grateful for the progress @youcanpym has made in making mental wellness more accessible. I'm also very grateful to be able to support wonderful orgs like @BC2M with our sales. What are the best activities you do to support your mental health?
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Zak Williams
4 years
Today’s news brought back memories of the times I had to share grieving my dad’s death with the world. I truly hope that those mourning Kobe and Gigi will be able to give their family members the space to grieve privately or in whatever way they see fit or might need. #RIPMamba
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Zak Williams
4 years
Quarantine Day 53 - Filming “Ninja Baby: The Way of The Broom”
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9 months
I'm excited to speak in-depth about the prevention-oriented Problem Management Plus (PM+) mental health program with the SXSW community in partnership with the @MillerDwan Foundation and Dr. Adam Brown of @TheNewSchool and would love your vote! You can do so here:…
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Zak Williams
3 years
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with the wonderful @michaelgervais for his Finding Mastery series. Please do check it out if you are interested in the topics of cognitive performance, managing mental health, and finding happiness. #findingmastery
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Zak Williams
4 years
I’m honored to help make progress around expanding access to high quality mental healthcare with the @IAmInseparable team
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Thank you @TODAYshow for this touching feature on @zakwilliams and why he's choosing to advocate for mental health through @IAmInseparable , also featuring our Advisory Board member Dr. @ashvasnyc . #healthishealth #bipocmentalhealthmonth
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9 years
Dustin Yellin's 3D collages at the New York Ballet are simply wonderful. Never seen anything like them. http://t.co/9qh4oJWRBF
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Zak Williams
5 years
It’s really sad to hear that the mural will be demolished. Wish there was a way to preserve it.
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Zak Williams
3 years
LIBERTÉ, ÉGALITÉ, GRITTÉ
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9 years
A huge thanks to . @LaurieSegallCNN for highlighting the importance of financial literacy for at-risk individuals http://t.co/9iBGEtkStg
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Zak Williams
3 years
Today, World Mental Health Day, I’m excited to share that @youcanpym is launching a free Mental Health Advocacy Education course so you can learn to advocate for yourself, your loved ones, and for your workplace. Sign up to join @rappasani and I today!
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3 years
@zeldawilliams What did the atomizer say to the cologne? You will be mist.
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@dremilyanhalt I learned through therapy that one of the best ways I could heal from the traumas I experienced was to find loving ways to be of service to others.
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5 years
I do what I do for this sweet boy. Here’s to working together to remove the stigma. #WorldMentalHealthDay
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Zak Williams
11 years
The Battle for Helm's Deep, LEGO style! http://t.co/3ctGCmGLQY
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9 years
So damn proud of my stepmother, Marsha Williams, who is doing incredible work helping Syrian refugees…
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4 years
Heading into October like...
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Zak Williams
4 years
Quarantine Day 36: Extreme circumstances require extreme measures
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2 years
If you want to follow what’s going on with the Russian invasion of the Ukraine, I’ve found to be a valuable source of news. You can follow them on Twitter at @Liveuamap .
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Zak Williams
3 years
@tmcleod3 Also, the world needs another Sneakers. It is time.
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There is smoke and fire in my neighborhood with an increasing police presence. Fairfax & 3rd Street in LA. Glad to see people wearing masks. #blacklivesmatter
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@telllyafriends That tattoo is amazing! Thank you for sharing it with me.
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Oliver Sacks was a legend. Scientist with the soul of a poet. Excellent human. Rest peacefully. http://t.co/jKKBNNdqFa
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9 years
So inspired by these outstanding athletes and their stories at the #CAFGala http://t.co/wrI4HoYZrT
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@zeldawilliams Thank you for emphasizing this point Zel. I couldn’t agree more.
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@zeldawilliams Tom Selleck as Jack Elliot from Mr. Baseball?
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