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My grandfather came over from Puerto Rico and raised his kids speaking English so that it would be easier for them to assimilate.

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Aubrey Plaza
Age: 40
Born: 1984
Born: June 26
Actor
Actress
Comedian
Film Actor
Television Actor
Voice Actor
Wilmington
Delaware
Aubrey Christina Plaza
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