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My mom was always a fan of just really elegant, sophisticated pieces. I mean we grew up in Maine, so we didn't have a lot of call for black tie or anything, but I think I definitely got that sensibility from her.

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Anna Kendrick
Age: 39
Born: 1985
Born: August 9
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Portland
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