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Quote by Debbie Allen

“Failure: Is it a limitation? Bad timing? It's a lot of things. It's something you can't be afraid of, because you'll stop growing. The next step beyond failure could be your biggest success in life.”

Quote by Debbie Allen

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Debbie Allen, born on January 16, 1950, is an American actress with a diverse career in the entertainment industry. She is known for her performances in television and film. Allen gained widespread recognition in the 1980s and 1990s for her role as Missanne Johnson in the TV series 'Fame'. She has since appeared in numerous television and film projects. more

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