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My whole life, Ive wanted things before I was ready. I was always pushing for the next job, the next success. I was so focused on achieving and the path that I was missing some great point about life.
David Duchovny
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David Duchovny
Age: 64
Born: 1960
Born: August 7
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David William Duchovny
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