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I like thinking about the fragility of the human flesh and our bodies - our decay and eventual death.

David LaChapelle

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David LaChapelle
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: March 11
Fashion Photographer
Film Director
Film Producer
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Music Video Director
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David Lachapelle
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