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“I like Cinderella, I really do. She has a good work ethic. I appreciate a good, hard-working gal. And she likes shoes. The fairy tale is all about the shoe at the end, and I'm a big shoe girl.”

Quote by Amy Adams

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Amy Adams, born on August 20, 1974, is an American actress renowned for her performances in films such as 'The Pursuit of Happyness' and 'Sherlock Holmes'. She has a diverse film and theater experience in Hollywood, with roles spanning from comedy to drama. more

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