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“The thought of attention made me want to hide in a closet. I wasn't a kid who liked attention. I liked solitude and I still kind of do.”

Quote by Daria Werbowy

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Daria Werbowy is a Russian-Canadian model renowned in the global fashion industry, born on November 19, 1983. She has been an endorser for many international renowned brands. more

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