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I think loss can fuel how you lead your whole life.

Martin Short

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Martin Short
Age: 74
Born: 1950
Born: March 26
Actor
Comedian
Film Director
Screenwriter
Singer
Voice Actor
City of Hamilton
Martin Hayter Short
Martin H. Short
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