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American military camps in provincial areas during the
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Sirachaya was diagnosed with lung cancer. Despite his illness, he continued to engage in his professional activities. In 2021, he contracted COVID-19 but successfully recovered from the infection.
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producer and director, and former lead singer of the band
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