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" I come from a working-class background in Queens, New York. "

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" It's fun to play happy people. "

" I really don't have a problem showing the ugly side of people. If that means my wearing no makeup, that's fine. To me, that's beautiful. "

" When I was growing up I actually was into Bon Jovi! "

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