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When I sing, people shut up.
Barbra Streisand
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Barbra Streisand
Age: 82
Born: 1942
Born: April 24
Actor
Director
Film Actor
Film Director
Film Producer
Jazz Musician
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Singer
Singer-Songwriter
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Brooklyn
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Barbra Joan Streisand
Barbara Joan Streisand
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I like simple things. Elastic waists, so I can eat.
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I need instant gratification.
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