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“I have three phobias which, could I mute them, would make my life as slick as a sonnet, but as dull as ditch water: I hate to go to bed, I hate to get up, and I hate to be alone.”

Quote by Tallulah Bankhead

Book:Tallulah: My Autobiography

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Tallulah: My Autobiography

Tallulah: My Autobiography is a memoir written by Tallulah Bankhead, a renowned American actress. The book offers an intimate look into her life, exploring her career in theater and film, her personal relationships, and her struggles with fame and personal challenges. more

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Tallulah Bankhead

Tallulah Bankhead was an American actress renowned for her distinctive voice and charismatic performances. She gained widespread popularity in the 1920s and 1930s, becoming one of the most well-known and highest-paid actresses of her era. Bankhead was also a socialite and a political activist, leveraging her celebrity to advocate for various causes. Born on January 31, 1902, she passed away on December 12, 1968. more

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