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I think I've far exceeded what I ever thought I could possibly do. I'm almost shocked that I'm still around after all of these years . . . and always grateful that I get another turn to do something.

Billy Crystal

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Billy Crystal
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: March 14
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New York City
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