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“Truth is not only stranger than fiction, it is more interesting.”

Quote by William Randolph Hearst

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William Randolph Hearst

William Randolph Hearst was an influential American publisher, born on April 29, 1863, and died on August 14, 1951. He was one of the most powerful media moguls in the early 20th century, establishing the Hearst Media Empire, which included numerous newspapers, magazines, and radio stations. more

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