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“I only wish that I had had the courage and the knowledge to have gotten that out of my system, out of my mind or my heart years earlier. But there is no book, there is no manual to tell you how to deal with sexual abuse.”

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Sugar Ray Leonard
Sugar Ray Leonard

Sugar Ray Leonard, born on May 17, 1956, is a renowned American professional boxer. He achieved great success in the 1970s and early 1980s and is considered one of the greatest boxers in history. Leonard won world championships in multiple weight classes, including lightweight, super featherweight, and welterweight. Known for his speed, technique, and strategy, he won the admiration of many fans. more

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