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“If a woman is successful, she'd better duck, because they'll be out to get her.”

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Leona Helmsley was an American businesswoman and hotel magnate, known for her ownership of the Helmsley Hotels Corporation. Born on July 4, 1920, she passed away on August 20, 2007. She was a prominent figure in the hotel industry and was famous for her lavish lifestyle. more

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