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“We live in a society that is afraid of ways of being it doesn't understand.”

Quote by Mariel Hemingway

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Mariel Hemingway

Mariel Hemingway, born on November 22, 1961, is an American actress known for her family's literary background and acting career. She is the granddaughter of the renowned writer Ernest Hemingway. Mariel began her acting career in the early 1980s, gaining attention for her performance in the film 'Manhattan'. more

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