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Simon Baker Talks Nailing the Virginia Accent for Role in 'Scarpetta'
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March 2, 2026
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5:50Now PlayingAustralian actor Simon Baker joins TODAY to talk about his new role in the thriller 'Scarpetta' based on Patricia Cornwell’s bestselling books and reveals how he perfected his character's Virginia accent. "It's reasonably hard...it's like learning a song," he says. He also discusses his mom's enthusiasm for the project, opens up about how he's finding it easier to let go of anxieties as he gets older, and more.
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