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“I was conveniently bisexual for a long time, and then I went, 'Come on, who am I kidding?' And I have to say, it was the single biggest step I took toward emotional well-being, to stop feeling like I had to hide who I am.”

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Alan Ball, born on May 13, 1957, is a renowned American screenwriter. He is known for his outstanding contributions to the television industry, particularly for creating critically acclaimed series such as 'Six Feet Under' and 'Mad Men'. more

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