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For some reason, we can't just enjoy somebody else's success. Somehow, that's going to affect us. If they have more, then I have less - and I don't know why.
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"For some reason, we can't just enjoy somebody else's success. Somehow, that's going to affect us. If they have more, then I have less - and I don't know why."
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For some reason, we can't just enjoy somebody else's success. Somehow, that's going to affect us. If they have more, then I have less - and I don't know why. — Ellen DeGeneres

About Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres was a Comedian from United States (1958–1998).

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This quote is attributed to Ellen DeGeneres, a Comedian from United States.
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Ellen DeGeneres lived from 1958 – 1998.
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