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How Glenn Close Was Cast As A Bearded Pirate In Steven Spielberg's Fantasy Movie Hook

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Oscar nominee Glenn Close played a pirate in Steven Spielberg's Hook, and the costume was so effective, even a member of the crew didn't recognize her.
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How Glenn Close Was Cast As A Bearded Pirate In Steven Spielberg's Fantasy Movie Hook

Oscar nominee Glenn Close played a pirate in Steven Spielberg's Hook, and the costume was so effective, even a member of the crew didn't recognize her.

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/Film broke the news in on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
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