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I started getting more in tune with who I am by doing roles or even just being in a class and being around people.
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Common
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: March 13
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Chicago
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Lonnie Corant Jaman Shuka Rashid Lynn
Lonnie Lynn
Lonnie R. Lynn
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