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“I played Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music and everybody's like, "Well she wouldn't have been this and that, she shouldn't be playing it." Well I'm going to do it and I did it. I've been warned my entire life and I've persisted and that's what I hope my children will do as well.”

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Audra McDonald
Audra McDonald

Audra McDonald is an accomplished American actress known for her performances on Broadway and television. Born on July 3, 1970, she is a versatile artist who has won numerous awards for her work in theater, film, and television. McDonald received a Tony Award for her performance in 'The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess', which is her sixth Tony Award. more

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