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I try to stay as private as possible I know that's difficult, especially playing here in New York, but I make an attempt at it.

Derek Jeter

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Derek Jeter
Age: 50
Born: 1974
Born: June 26
Baseball Player
Chief Executive Officer
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Professional Baseball Player
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I try to sign for as many kids as possible. Kids come first, and I'll always sign for a kid before an adult.
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