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When I finally did stop and look at my life, I realized that I had done what I'd set out to do. In my pitiful little way, I had climbed the mountain I had chosen. And there I was, on top.

Bette Midler

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Bette Midler
Age: 79
Born: 1945
Born: December 1
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