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There were TVs everywhere. When we weren't on stage, we were watching what America was watching and rooting for each other and our leading lady. That experience was incredible, and I was just enjoying myself.

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Laura Benanti
Age: 45
Born: 1979
Born: July 15
Actor
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Film Actor
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Stage Actor
New York City
New York
Laura Ilene Benanti
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