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You cannot stop aging, but you can stay mentally and physically active. The quote says decline is not inevitable if you keep caring for both mind and body.
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Originally said in English.
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About Joan Collins
English actress, author and columnist
Dame Joan Collins is an English actress, author and columnist. Born in 1933, she has worked across film, television and print, and is also known for her long public career and charitable work. She has received several honours, including a Golden Globe Award, a People’s Choice Award, two Soap Opera Digest Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. In 1983, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her philanthropy, especially support for children’s causes, has been widely recognised, and in 2015 she was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II for charitable services.
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