‘Handsome’ means many things to many people. If people consider me handsome, I feel flattered – and have my parents to thank for it. Realistically, it doesn’t hurt to be good-looking, especially in this business.

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The way people define "handsome" can be different for everyone. If someone thinks Richard Chamberlain is handsome, he feels happy about it and is grateful to his parents for how he looks. Being good-looking can be helpful, especially in his job as an actor.

About Richard Chamberlain

Richard Chamberlain was a beloved American actor and singer who rose to fame as the star of the TV series Dr. Kildare in the 1960s. He went on to have a successful career in film, television, and theater, appearing in iconic miniseries like Shogun and The Thorn Birds.

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