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Quote by Claudette Colbert

“If I couldn't laugh, I'd rather die.”

Quote by Claudette Colbert

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Claudette Colbert

Claudette Colbert was an American actress celebrated for her versatility and elegance on screen. She began her career in silent films and transitioned successfully to talkies, earning an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'It Happened One Night' in 1934. Colbert's career spanned over five decades, and she was celebrated for her roles in films like 'A Woman of Affairs' and 'The Palm Beach Story'. more

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