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“I discovered that the more I hustled, the luckier I seemed to get.”

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Fran Tarkenton, born on February 3, 1940, is an American television personality known for his significant achievements in both sports and entertainment. He is renowned for his exceptional performance as a quarterback in the NFL during the 1960s and 1970s, having played for the Minnesota Vikings and the Atlanta Falcons. more

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