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Whenever I write about my family, I start by getting my parent`s approval. I like to think I write about them with obvious affection. When it comes to the people I'm related to, I consider myself to be very lucky.

David Sedaris

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David Sedaris
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: December 26
Comedian
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Binghamton
New York
David Raymond Sedaris
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