"River Phoenix. ""On an early date with Plimpton –– dinner at a fancy restaurant –– Phoenix became distraught when his girlfriend ordered soft-shell crabs. The meal was so far from his vegan ideals that he left the restaurant in tears, Plimpton later recalled. Phoenix was a dedicated activist for the environment and animal rights. He was a spokesperson for PETA, which honored him with its Humanitarian Award in 1992."""
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