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Cyndi Lauper: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Cynthia Ann Stephanie Lauper
Born June 20, 1953 (age 73) • New York City • New York
Awards And Honors Grammy Award • Grammy Award for best new artist (1984)
Notable Works “She’s So Unusual”

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