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Most of the people I dated between 23 and 33. It feels crazy to me that I ever thought that I could be anyone’s girlfriend before I figured out the things I’ve now figured out.
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Charlotte Rampling
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I’ve said sorry to the people I have to say sorry to.
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There wasn’t a lot of bullying at my school, but there was a fair amount of ragging – and I knew which side I wanted to be on. I’d say sorry to anyone who felt picked on.
David Haye
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A few ex-girlfriends in my teens. I didn’t know how to treat a lady.
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