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When I was in my early 20s, I had my hair permed. Bad Idea! It turned into total frizz. My advice to women is: if you have nice hair already, don't get a perm, leave your hair alone.

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Mariska Hargitay
Age: 60
Born: 1964
Born: January 23
Actor
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Film Actor
Film Producer
Television Actor
Santa Monica
California
Mariska Magdolna Hargitay
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