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Michael Sheen reveals why he has quit Hollywood to live in his Welsh hometown and says 'it would take a lot' to go back: 'My life is elsewhere'


The actor, 55, is well known for his Welsh roots and was brought up in the town of Port Talbot, where his parents still live.

Michael is renowned for his convincing portrayals of real people - having previously played former Prime Minister Tony Blair, broadcaster David Frost, football manager Brian Clough and presenter Chris Tarrant. Speaking about the upcoming three-part series, Michael told The Daily Mail: 'The story talks a lot about the Falklands War and Andrew's involvement in it,' Sheen explains. Michael is renowned for his convincing portrayals of real people - having previously played former Prime Minister Tony Blair (pictured), broadcaster David Frost, football manager Brian Clough and presenter Chris Tarrant

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