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'Hamilton' actor says daughter's severe epilepsy changed priorities from acting to advocacy

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Monday, October 14, 2019
'Hamilton' actor says daughter's severe epilepsy changed priorities from acting to advocacy
Chicago "Hamilton" star Miguel Cervantes was catapulted him to local stardom, but a heart-wrenching family struggle has kept him grounded and focused on what's most important.
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