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I don't want to grow a thick skin. Some people say, Oh, you're an actress, you have to get used to criticism. But I don't accept that. I'll never get used to criticism, and I'll always care about whether or not people like my performances - because I'm an entertainer, and I want to please.

Jenny Slate

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Jenny Slate
Age: 42
Born: 1982
Born: March 25
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Milton
Massachusetts
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