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My preference is swimming in the sea. I find the sea is more liberating, wild and good fun rather than plodding up and down a pool.

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Jo Brand
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: May 3
Actor
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Nurse
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Stand-Up Comedian
Television Presenter
Wandsworth Town
Josephine Grace Brand
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