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“I've heard that I've gotten a lighter complexion, as if I've bleached my skin. I think that is so stupid and ludicrous. For those who want to bleach their skin, that's fine. I just didn't bleach mine. I'm a black woman. I don't want to be anything but a black woman.”

Quote by NeNe Leakes

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NeNe Leakes is a renowned television personality, recognized for her appearances on reality TV shows such as 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'. She has gained a substantial fan base for her personality and has also ventured into music and acting. more

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