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When it comes to raising children, I believe in give and take. I give orders and they take 'em.
Bernie Mac
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Bernie Mac
Age: 50 †
Born: 1957
Born: October 5
Died: 2008
Died: August 9
Film Actor
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Stand-Up Comedian
Street Artist
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Television Producer
Chicago
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