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Bruce Willis made one of the most seamless transitions from TV to movie star as "Moonlighting" wrapped up in 1989 and John McClane set out to save New York more than once in the blockbuster Die Hard franchise. The number of memorable characters he's played could fill a pub, and they'd jockey for the catchphrase spotlight. Nowadays, Bruce pops up in big movies when you least expect it and cranks out genre movies with abandon, though characters like Captain Sharp and Joe remind us of his unique appeal and enduring popularity. Also, who is more suited for a return to television? Somewhere out there is a cable TV program with his name on it.
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