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" There are a handful of music docs I'd love to do, including David Bowie. "

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" I could really sink my teeth into a David Bowie documentary. "

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" Being a backup singer means being able to sing on a dime. Music is oozing out of their every pore. "

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" If the Olympic Spirit is about overcoming every hurdle and accepting no limits, then I think Samsung is a great ambassador for these values. "

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