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Despite the usual idea of a figure skater, I have no rhythm when it comes to even walking off the ice. I fall off curbs all the time.

Johnny Weir

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Johnny Weir
Age: 40
Born: 1984
Born: July 2
Actor
Figure Skater
Coatesville
Pennsylvania
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