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“I think fame is a really complicated thing. It can be a great challenge to handle the difficult parts of it and strengthen your character so you don't get affected in a negative way by it. And I'm scared and excited and hesitant and anxious. I'm conflicted about it, truly.” Tobey Maguire

American actor Tobey Maguire received worldwide recognition for portraying nerdy Peter Parker and his angst-ridden alter ego Spider-Man, in the mega-blockbuster hits Spider-Man (2002), and its continuation in 2004. His striking performance handed the actor a Teen Choice Award, two MTV Movie Awards, as well as star status. Initially gaining attention in the sleeper hit The Ice Storm (1997), Maguire went on to draw the public’s attention ..[Full version]