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Amy Purdy, born on November 7, 1979, is an American actress. She gained widespread recognition for her performance on the television show 'Dancing with the Stars', where she won the championship. Before becoming an actress, Purdy was a competitive skier, but lost her legs in a severe skiing accident. She has redefined her career with prosthetics and a positive attitude, becoming an inspiring figure.

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“I was becoming more independent. And I was ready to take the next step toward more freedom, toward exploring the many items on my bucket list. I was continuously aware that I’d been given a second chance at life—and I chose to stay—so I intended to pack in as much excitement on my journey as I could. And I kept remembering that voice, that intuitive sense I felt that compelled me to do something different.”

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Book:On My Own Two Feet: The Journey from Losing My Legs to Learning the Dance of Life

Source: On My Own Two Feet: The Journey from Losing My Legs to Learning the Dance of Life

“Was I nervous? Maybe a little, because I didn’t know what my new life would bring. But more than anything, I felt strong. Brave. Independent. Free. And ready to take on whatever I’d find on the other side of the horizon.”

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Book:On My Own Two Feet: The Journey from Losing My Legs to Learning the Dance of Life

Source: On My Own Two Feet: The Journey from Losing My Legs to Learning the Dance of Life

“If your life were a book, and you were the author, how would you want your story to go?”

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Author:Amy Purdy

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Born: November 7, 1979
Known for: Actress
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