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When you describe passion at any age, passion is derived from everything, from the people you work with to enjoying the last four years.
Rick Pitino
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Rick Pitino
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: September 18
Basketball Coach
Basketball Player
New York City
New York
Richard Andrew Pitino
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