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“Tallulah [Bankhead] never bored anyone, and I consider that humanitarianism of a very high order indeed.”

Quote by Anita Loos

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Anita Loos was an American screenwriter renowned for her sharp wit and satirical style. She is most famous for her work on the film 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'. Born on April 26, 1889, in Los Angeles, California, she passed away on August 18, 1981. more

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