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“I tell my kids, "Look, your life is a video game, and I have to get you from level zero to 18 as an independent person with all your skills and limbs intact. Every time you hit your brother or throw food, you're taking us all back."”

Quote by Julie Bowen

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Julie Bowen, born on March 3, 1970, is a talented American actress known for her exceptional performances in television and film. She gained widespread acclaim for her role as Claire Dunphy in the hit TV series 'Modern Family', for which she won an Emmy Award. Bowen has also appeared in several notable films, including 'Office Killer' and 'Super Troopers'. more

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