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One well-known person who has said he was diagnosed with breast cancer and has the BRCA2 mutation is Matthew Knowles, Beyoncé’s father.

From MarketWatch Dec. 12, 2025

Others question what the parameters are for judging whether someone should be blocked — and what would constitute a well-known person speaking out or doing enough.

From Seattle Times May 14, 2024

The message came from a well-known person and a fan of the sport she loved, which gave it even more of an impact.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2023

Even an unsolicited email to a well-known person whose work you admire may bring good advice on colleges, since such people like being listened to by the young.

From Washington Post Jul. 31, 2022

The dwarf was a well-known person thereabouts, and a very harmless, kindly little man.

From A Christmas Posy by Walter Crane




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