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well-known person



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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

"But you're such a well-known person, Captain Macklin."

From Captain Macklin by Davis, Richard Harding




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