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“I've been thinking a lot about next year, which will be the first time in 25 years that I don't have a child at home.”

Quote by Jessica Lange

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American actress known for her remarkable performances in film and television. She gained acclaim in the 1980s and early 1990s for her roles in 'There Will Be Blood', 'Dangerous Liaisons', and 'Blue Velvet', for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. more

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