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“I have this idea of myself as this quiet, observant, thoughtful child, which my parents roundly contradict. They claim that I was loud and bossy and dancing all the time.”

Quote by Carrie Coon

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Carrie Coon is an American actress born on January 24, 1981. She gained recognition for her outstanding performances in television series such as 'Fargo' and 'Black Mirror'. more

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