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Sins are timeless. Sins are an everyday reality for every one. Sin has been in existence since the beginning of man, since Adam and Eve. It will always be pertinent.

Carine Roitfeld

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Carine Roitfeld
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: September 19
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