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I have this internal battle between, I need to work, I need to work, I need to work and I need to be home with my kids. And the kids win.

Jennifer Garner

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Jennifer Garner
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: April 17
Actress
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Houston
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Jennifer Anne Garner
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