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London's where I was brought up. It's where my heart is and where I get my inspiration.

Alexander McQueen

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Alexander McQueen
Age: 40 †
Born: 1969
Born: March 17
Died: 2010
Died: February 11
Artist
Designer
Fashion Designer
Lee Alexander McQueen
McQ
Inspiration
Heart
London
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