Crazy Little-Known Facts about "The Godfather" Franchise

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Later, De Niro was asked to play Paulie. De Niro declined and chose to go with another film at the time. Later, he was asked again to play a Young Vito Corleone in The Godfather II. He accepted the role and eventually went on to win an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. 

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The More You Know

  • Surfaces near the equator move much faster than those in other locations on Earth.
  • The idea that a man should spend two months salary on an engagement ring was popularized by De Beers' ad agency.
  • The Crown Jewels contain the two biggest cut diamonds on Earth.
  • About 7% of all humans who have ever lived are alive today.
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