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True Crime Series Casting Detective David

Major Network Glass Entertainment Group – True Crime Series: Casting Call

Filming – May 16, 17th, 18th, 19th, & 20th
Location – various, great Philadelphia area
Rate – $110 per day

ROLE: Detective David C.

  • Age Range: 35-45
  • Gender: Male
  • Ethnicity: White
  • Height: 5’8″ – 6’0″
  • Build: Average build
  • Hair: Salt and pepper (or brown), short, facial hair scruff
  • Eyes: Blue, not important
  • Tattoos/Piercings: N/A

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06-03-2022

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