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“I'd hate to be a writer forever and never perform, and I'd hate to perform and not write. I get sad if time has passed and I haven't written or made anything. I'm an artist.”

Quote by Kristen Schaal

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Kristen Schaal
Kristen Schaal

Kristen Schaal is an American actress known for her role as Molly Shannon in the HBO comedy series 'Parks and Recreation'. Born on January 24, 1978, Schaal has been a part of the series since 2006, earning her multiple award nominations. She has also appeared in several films, including 'Superbad', 'The Other Woman', and 'The Ricky Gervais Show'. more

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