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Alicia Quarles Joins GMA! - DivaGalsDaily

Congratulations to our red carpet colleague, Alicia Quarles. We have had the fun of knowing her and seeing how this shining star continues to rise. Photo: Alicia Quarles Instagram

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Michael Jackson

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