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Jeff Cohen
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Jeff Cohen
Full Name and Common Aliases
Jeffrey Allen "Chester" Cohen
Birth and Death Dates
February 25, 1964 - July 16, 2016 (aged 52)
Nationality and Profession(s)
American, Child Actor, Lawyer
Early Life and Background
Born in Hollywood, California, Jeff Cohen was an American child actor who gained fame for his role as Chunk in the 1985 film "The Goonies." He began acting at a young age, landing small roles in various films and television shows. Cohen's early life was marked by a passion for performing, which led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.
Major Accomplishments
Cohen's breakout role as Chunk cemented his place in Hollywood history. His iconic performance earned him recognition and praise from both critics and audiences alike. As an adult, Cohen left acting behind to focus on law school and eventually became a successful lawyer. He maintained a passion for the entertainment industry, however, often incorporating elements of it into his legal work.
Notable Works or Actions
Filmography
"The Goonies" (1985)
"Hardcastle and McCormick" (TV series, 1983-1986)
Law Career
Cohen's law practice focused primarily on entertainment law. He represented a range of clients, including actors, directors, and producers.
Impact and Legacy
Jeff Cohen's impact on the entertainment industry extends far beyond his own performances. His role in "The Goonies" has become a cultural phenomenon, inspiring countless fans and influencing subsequent films in the action-adventure genre. As a lawyer, Cohen helped shape the business side of show business, working with clients to navigate complex contracts and negotiations.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Cohen is widely remembered for his iconic performance as Chunk and his enduring impact on popular culture. His ability to balance a successful law career with his passion for entertainment has inspired many in the industry. As an advocate for creators' rights, Cohen's work continues to influence the way professionals navigate contracts and negotiations.
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Quotes by Jeff Cohen
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It’s a great humanitarian injustice. Their families are here and they’ve been here. It’s long past time for them to be reunited.
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Everything really belongs to God, and man has no right to assume that he can, at will, exploit God’s bounty.
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I'd given up my idea of being a fine artist, ... The Internet, eBay, made this possible.
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The demand for digital textbooks has increased since its introduction to the marketplace. As students become more familiar with them and computers get faster, larger and more portable, this product will gain in popularity.
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It's a great humanitarian injustice. Their families are here and they've been here. It's long past time for them to be reunited.
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Words have the power to release pent-up emotions as well as to define them in rational and meaningful terms.
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Can a little speck in the vast universe truly address the Infinite? The answer is that Prayer is precisely what converts that little speck into an entity of inestimable and cosmic significance.
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Judaism reognized the home as being a co-partner with the synagogue in the nurturing of spirituality, and accorded the woman, as primary home-maker, the greatest consideration.
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The effect of Judaism's vigorous promotion of monotheism, and the dignity that this doctrine conferred on all humankind, as created in God's image, coupled with the discipline, warnth and security offered by the Jewish way of life, cannot be overestimated as a powerful catalyst for the undermining and eventual destruction of Graeco-Roman paganism.
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Everything really belongs to God, and man has no right to assume that he can, at will, exploit God's bounty.
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