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Quote by Kitty Kelley

“People forget that unauthorized does not mean untrue and authorized does not mean authentic.”

Quote by Kitty Kelley

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Kitty Kelley is an American journalist renowned for her biographies of celebrities. Born on April 4, 1942, she has written several best-selling books about famous people since the 1970s, including in-depth analyses of Hollywood stars, politicians, and royalty. more

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