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I have a very good life - I'm lucky enough not to be deprived.

Meryl Streep

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Meryl Streep
Age: 75
Born: 1949
Born: June 22
Actor
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Film Actor
Film Producer
Stage Actor
Television Actor
Television Producer
Voice Actor
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Mary Louise Streep
Meryl Louise Streep
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