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“I've never felt that fear is my enemy. Fear is my friend. It offers me a chance to stay alert, keep growing, continue creating something new. If you don't take that sort of risk, you learn nothing.”

Quote by Eartha Kitt

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American singer, actress, and model, known for her distinctive voice and fashionable image. Eartha Kitt was born on January 17, 1927, and passed away on December 25, 2008. She achieved significant success in music, theater, and film. more

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