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Off the court, I tend to stick to the classics, but I like to have fun with color and accessories. I'm from Spain, so colors are important for me.

Tommy Hilfiger

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Tommy Hilfiger
Age: 73
Born: 1951
Born: March 24
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Fashion Designer
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