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When I see people of my likeness, or who are somebody that I feel connected to, doing something great, I fee like I can do it. It gives me some hope and vision.

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Common
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: March 13
Film Actor
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Musician
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Rapper
Record Producer
Singer
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Chicago
Illinois
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