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Quote by Vanessa Bell Calloway

“If something scares you, you run toward it, not away from it.”

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Vanessa Bell Calloway is an American film actress, born on March 20, 1957. She is known for her roles in films and television, particularly in comedies and dramas from the 1980s and 1990s. Calloway is praised for her unique sense of humor and acting skills, which have made her a popular comedic actress in her prime. more

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Author:Vanessa Bell Calloway

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Author:Vanessa Bell Calloway

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