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Let me tell you something: The only thing that separates women of color from anyone else is opportunity. You cannot win an Emmy for roles that are simply not there.

Viola Davis

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Viola Davis
Age: 59
Born: 1965
Born: August 11
Actress
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St. Matthews
South Carolina
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