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When you have a dream, you've got to grab it and never let go.

Carol Burnett

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Carol Burnett
Age: 91
Born: 1933
Born: April 26
Actress
Comedian
Dancer
Film Actor
Screenwriter
Singer
Stage Actor
Television Actor
Television Presenter
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USA
Carol Creighton Burnett
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