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“If my world were to cave in tomorrow, I would look back on all the pleasures, excitements and worthwhilenesses I have been lucky enough to have had. Not the sadness, not my miscarriages or my father leaving home, but the joy of everything else. It will have been enough.”

Quote by Audrey Hepburn

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Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn, born on May 4, 1929, in Brussels, Belgium, was a renowned British actress. She gained global acclaim for her elegant demeanor and exceptional acting skills, with notable performances in films such as 'Roman Holiday' and 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. Beyond her acting career, Hepburn was also deeply involved in charitable work, serving as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador. more

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