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I really liked Yale, although it was extremely intimidating. When I visited the campus, I was hiding behind trees, I felt so unworthy.
Claire Danes
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Claire Danes
Age: 45
Born: 1979
Born: April 12
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Manhattan borough
New York City
Claire Catherine Danes
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