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Benedict Cumberbatch reveals long-lasting impact of being kidnapped in South Africa in his 20s

'It made me go, "Oh, right, yeah, I could die at any moment."

Benedict explained in a recent interview that earlier in his career while shooting for the BBC miniseries To The Ends of The Earth in South Africa, he was involved in a frightening kidnapping. The actor has explained how the ordeal has shaped him (Picture: Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images for The Red Sea International Film Festival) If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you.

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