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I had said before that I'd never write an autobiography because I've been around, and there's a lot that I've seen and heard that stays with me. That's just mine. I didn't want to do a kiss-and-tell, as some of my peers have.

Dionne Warwick

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Dionne Warwick
Age: 83
Born: 1940
Born: December 12
Actor
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Television Presenter
East Orange
New Jersey
Marie Dionne Warrick
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I hold all of the songs that I have had the pleasure of recording and performing in high regard.
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The Civil Rights for Musicians Act is about economic justice for African American artists. It's about what's right. And it's about time.
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I first came to Brazil in the Sixties. Then I started coming back every year since touring most of the country. I grew to love it, the people, the music. I thought this is where I belong. I've been living in Brazil for the past 23 years. I call it my stress-free country.
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Before I put on my make up, I say a little prayer for you.
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