"You don't have to be perfect, you just have to be good."

Charlotte Rae (1926 - 2018)
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About Charlotte Rae

Charlotte Rae was an American actress known for her role as Edna Garrett in the sitcoms 'Diff'rent Strokes' and 'The Facts of Life'. She started her career in theater, appearing in various Broadway productions. Rae's performance in 'The Facts of Life' earned her an Emmy nomination. Aside from acting, she was also a talented singer and comedian. Rae was praised for her roles that portrayed strong, independent women on screen.

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