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Men are my life, diamonds are my career.

Mae West

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Mae West
Age: 87 †
Born: 1893
Born: August 17
Died: 1980
Died: November 22
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Mary Jane West
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The finest woman that ever walked the streets.
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I don't like myself, I'm crazy about myself.
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When I'm good, I'm very good. But when I'm bad I'm better.
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The curve is more powerful than the sword.
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Always remember honey. A good motto is: Take all you can get and give as little as possible.
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Save a boyfriend for a rainy day - and another, in case it doesn't rain.
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