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“My mother had me on four times on TV show 'To Tell The Truth'. Four times. Only once as a contestant, but they had a bunch of kids on at the beginning of some shows, playing with toys or things like that.”

Quote by Cynthia Nixon

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Cynthia Nixon, born on April 9, 1966, is an American actress known for her exceptional performances on Broadway and television. She gained recognition for her role in 'Angels in America' and 'Masters of Sex'. Nixon is highly acclaimed for her profound acting skills and contributions to female characters. more

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