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I realised life is so short and precious, you should do things that make you feel inspired, that push you and teach you something. I'd rather not have a big house, a huge closet of clothes, diamonds and a private plane, and instead a body of work that I'm proud of.

Gwyneth Paltrow

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Gwyneth Paltrow
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: September 27
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