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I really hate the duties of being a celebrity, like getting dressed up for the red carpet.

America Ferrera

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America Ferrera
Age: 40
Born: 1984
Born: April 18
Actress
Film Actor
Stage Actor
Television Actor
Television Producer
Voice Actor
LA
California
America Georgine Ferrera
Georgine Ferrera
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I was an open, smiley and gregarious child. I could make friends in 30 seconds wherever I went.
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I don't think running for office is anything I'm prepared for or could even prepare myself for.
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