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  "textContent": "“The Simpsons” may have saved Yeardley Smith’s life. As the show reaches a remarkable 800 episodes — with more seasons and a new movie still to come — Smith recently revealed to Variety that her role on the animated staple gave her the ability to survive a nearly devastating accident 10 years ago. Smith, who […]",
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