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“On one night of my debut the Prince of Wales, the Princess, and the duchess of London came to see me. They loved me for what I was and what I gave them.”

Quote by Lillie Langtry

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Lillie Langtry was a British actress and socialite, renowned for her beauty and charm. Born on October 13, 1853, she achieved fame in the late 19th century. Langtry's career encompassed theater, film, and literature, and she was also a prominent social figure, known for her relationships with prominent men of her era. She passed away on February 12, 1929. more

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