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“My friends, when I was young, were always older than I was, and I've always liked them. And I love old men and old ladies, really. But I've known more elderly men, like Max Beerbohm, like Beranard Berenson, like Somerset Maugham, Winston Churchill-I'd put him first, anyway-what they say is so wise and so good. They know what they're talking about.”

Quote by Vivien Leigh

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British film actress renowned for her performances in classic films such as 'Gone with the Wind' and 'A Streetcar Named Desire'. Vivien Leigh's profound acting and unique charm earned her international acclaim, making her one of the greatest actresses of the 20th century. more

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