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“I believe that one can face life’s difficulties and create better experiences out of ... challenges,” Karen Pittman said at a TIME event in Atlanta this week. “And at the same time, heal one’s self.” The Emmy-nominated actor, producer, and activist is on TIME's 2026 list of Closers —... show more

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