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I am a feminist. And I'm so glad that Lena Dunham exists, because she is one too, and she's quite vocal about it. Yes, women have more freedom and more influence than ever, but it's hardly equal. It's just not.

Claire Danes

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Claire Danes
Age: 45
Born: 1979
Born: April 12
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Television Actor
Manhattan borough
New York City
Claire Catherine Danes
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