My name had lost its ring of familiarity and I had to be nu… - Maya Angelou

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My name had lost its ring of familiarity and I had to be nudged to go and receive my diploma.

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Maya Angelou (4 April, 1928 – 28 May, 2014), born Marguerite Annie Johnson, was an American poet, author, memoirist, actress, director, producer, writer, singer, dancer, and civil rights activist.

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Birth Name: Marguerite Annie Johnson

Alternative Names: Marguerite Johnson • Marguerite Ann Johnson • Marguerite Anne Johnson

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My name had lost its ring of familiarity and I had to be nudged to go and receive my diploma. - Maya Angelou

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