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I'm not condemning the Catholic Church - it's too big, it's like condemning a nation and that would be prejudiced.

David LaChapelle

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David LaChapelle
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: March 11
Fashion Photographer
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I like the Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas more than the actual one.
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I've never wanted to be part of an inner circle of any scene. I've always been an outsider looking to question and subvert.
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I still go to church occasionally. I went the other day and found peace.
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