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There are little Indian girls out there who look up to me, and I never want to belittle the honor of being an inspiration to them. But while I’m talking about why I’m so different, white male show runners get to talk about their art.

Mindy Kaling

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Mindy Kaling
Age: 45
Born: 1979
Born: June 24
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Cambridge
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