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“You know, you have to do homework. You listen to who they are, what they do. I also compare it to designing clothes for people. If somebody brings in Tilda Swinton, you're not going to give her the same dress you'd give Gabourey Sidibe. Everybody looks different in a different line, a different color. The same thing with the way people speak.”

Quote by Bruce Vilanch

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Bruce Vilanch, born on November 23, 1948, is a renowned American playwright and lyricist. His works span across musicals, films, and television, known for their humor and wit. more

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