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“I think we all learn by doing rather than thinking about doing.”

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Jennifer Westfeldt

Jennifer Westfeldt is an American actress born on February 2, 1970. She is renowned for her performances in independent films, most notably in 'Midnight in Paris' and 'Kissing Jessica Stein'. She began her acting career on television and later transitioned to film. more

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