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Cindy Williams shares her personal journey from a childhood marked by limited resources to her rise as a celebrated actress on Laverne & Shirley. In this candid memoir, she reveals the challenges she faced while pursuing an acting career, and offers entertaining stories and behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes involving some of Hollywood’s biggest stars.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Celebrity Biography
Authors: Cindy Williams
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