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[...] I've come to the conclusion that the artist can not justify life or come up with a cogent reason as to why life is meaningful, but the artist can provide you with a cold glass of water on a hot day.

Woody Allen

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Woody Allen
Age: 88
Born: 1935
Born: December 1
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