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John Malkovich Cancels Tel Aviv Show After Fake Quote

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Actor John Malkovich canceled his Tel Aviv performance after a PR firm issued a fake quote attributed to him expressing excitement about visiting Israel. The PR firm has apologized for the error, and Malkovich stated his performances do not imply political endorsement.

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John Malkovich canceled his Tel Aviv show due to a false quote.
A PR firm created the quote without Malkovich's approval.
Malkovich stated his performances are not political endorsements.
The PR firm has apologized for the misattribution.
Malkovich has performed in Israel previously.

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A PR company hired by the Israeli promoter drafted a quote for the article that was attributed to me, though I never made the statements that were quoted, nor was I consulted before they were printed.per John Malkovich
Mr. Malkovich did not make, provide, authorize or approve this statement, nor was it approved by his representatives.per The PR firm

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