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TIL about Lucille Ricksen, a child star from the silent film era. She was often cast playing adults opposite fully grown men and her age was concealed from the public. She died at only 14. It’s be... (en.wikipedia.org)
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Original Title: TIL about Lucille Ricksen, a child star from the silent film era. She was often cast playing adults opposite fully grown men and her age was concealed from the public. She died at only 14. It’s believed that her mother and agents overworking her caused to her illness and early death.

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