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Quote by Anna May Wong

“Every time your picture is taken, you lose a part of your soul.”

Quote by Anna May Wong

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Anna May Wong, born on January 3, 1905 in Guangdong, China, and died on February 3, 1961 in the United States, was a renowned movie star in the 1930s and 1940s. Known as the 'first Asian beauty' in Hollywood, she played various roles in films, setting a precedent for Asian actors in the American film industry. more

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