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Joaquin Phoenix
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October 28, 1974 in Puerto Rico
Biography:Staying true to his last name, "Joaquin Phoenix" has made a career out of making a couple of films, disappearing, and then reappearing from the ashes to rise upward toward greater glory. The actor, who began his career under the name of "Leaf," lived for a long time in the shadow of his older brother, River. After River's tragic death at the age of 23, Leaf abandoned his career for two years, making a comeback in 1995 with his performance in "To Die For", directed by "Gus Van Sant" (who ironically directed River in one of his last films, 1993's "Even Cowgirls Get the Blues"). Since then, the actor, who changed his name back to Joaquin in the early '90s, has worked steadily in Hollywood, solidifying both his experience and reputation.

Born Joaquin Raphael Phoenix on October 28, 1974, in Puerto Rico, "Phoenix" was raised in a close-knit, unconventional family. His parents encouraged all of their... Full Biography

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"Are there people that are gonna say that it's a joke? Yeah. Are there people that's gonna say that...
Joaquin Phoenix attends the screening of "Two Lovers" in New York City on February 11, 2009.
Joaquin Phoenix pictured at "We Own The Night" photocall during Cannes Internation Film Festival...
Joaquin Phoenix
Joaquin Phoenix attends the Vanity Fair Oscar Party at Mortons in Hollywood, Calif., on March 24,...
Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon attend the New York premiere of "Walk the Line" at the Beacon...
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