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Some of my friends who know me best say they wouldn't trade places with me for $1 million because of the pace I lead.

Loretta Lynn

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Loretta Lynn
Age: 89
Born: 1935
Born: April 14
Guitarist
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Singer-Songwriter
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Butcher Holler
Kentucky
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