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Quote by Lauren Bacall

“Everything in this country [the US] has got to be good looks and unlined faces and thin bodies and people running around in skirts slit up to their ass. It has nothing to do with thinking or with being a human being. There is life in mature people; it's not all over at 24½.”

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Lauren Bacall, born on September 16, 1924, was an iconic American film actress. Renowned for her charm and acting prowess, she rose to fame with her role in 'To Have and Have Not' and other classic films. more

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