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“I feel like 45. I don't look bad for someone my age, with my history of illnesses and operations and all those anesthetics. When they knock you out, it gives you time to catch up on your beauty sleep.”

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Elizabeth Taylor
Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor, born on February 27, 1932, in London, England, was a renowned American actress. Known for her unique acting skills and beauty, she received 11 Academy Award nominations and won two Oscars for Best Actress. Taylor's acting career spanned over half a century, and she starred in numerous classic films, including 'Cleopatra' and 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?', making her a legendary figure in film history. more

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