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I think sometimes you have to see a physical manifestation of your dream. Otherwise you have to hope, pray and try to conjure something in your mind to feel like it's possible.

Viola Davis

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