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    Watch out, Uggie. There's a new dog star in town and he's also got a rags-to-riches story. Director Sean Baker was gifted the once-orphaned mutt when as a wee pup. At first, Baker was reluctant to welcome the creature into his home, but after realizing his potential, Baker adopted the dog and gave him a name — Boonee. 

    A bit of a stage dad, Baker enrolled Boonee in rigorous training. He graduated at the top of his class in both Obedience at the Urban Pet Academy in Los Angeles and Tricks 101 at the Andrea Arden Dog Training Academy in New York City. Thanks to his undeniable talent (and dad), Boonee was able to land the role of "Starlet," the canine actor in Baker's new movie. When he's not acting, he's just a regular ol' dog living the life in LA, tweeting regularly about his day-to-day. He hopes to one day become a therapy dog. 

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    SWEET & SLOBBERY STAR 

    "This is my new movie poster. Don't mind Dree's legs, just pay attention to me on the lower left corner. Watch the trailer here."

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    BALLER, SHOT CALLER 

    "The guy in black in the background is the director, but just between you and me, I call the shots."

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    ADORBS AMBITION 

    "Ever since I can remember, I have dreamed of acting for the silver screen. Lucky for me, I was able to get my first break at 13 months old!" 

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    MY LOVE DON'T COST A THING 

    "I can be pretty bootylicious. Eat your heart out, Beyoncé."

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    LAP OF LUXURY 

    "I didn't get my own trailer, but my agent was able to negotiate this situation." 

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    PUP PROFESSIONAL 

    "I often lost it on set when Dree Hemingway would flub a line. Me on the other hand? I never messed anything up." 

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    PUPPY PRODIGY 

    "Here is my costar Dree and my daddy-director Sean discussing motivations. I may look like a newbie, but I actually taught them everything they know."