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“My mom was really busy when I was growing up, but she did a really good job in terms of balancing her home life with her professional life. She basically took me everywhere.”

Quote by Condola Rashad

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Condola Rashad, born on December 11, 1986, is an accomplished American actress known for her outstanding performances in both theater and television. She gained widespread acclaim for her role as Rose Maxson in 'Fences' on Broadway, for which she received a Tony Award nomination. Rashad has also been recognized for her work in television series such as 'Nurse Jackie' and 'The Good Wife'. more

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