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I have a great deal of difficulty recognizing faces, especially if I haven't - if I've just met somebody, it's hopeless.

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Chuck Close
Age: 81 †
Born: 1940
Born: July 5
Died: 2021
Died: August 19
Drawer
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Washington
Charles Thomas Close
Charles Close
Chuck Close (1940-2021)
Charles Close (1940-2021)
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