Ansel Elgort (Ansølo) Quotes

I hated the ballet, but I liked performing. I did 20 shows, and I couldn't get the smile off my face.

Ansel Elgort

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• Ballet

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• I hated the ballet, but I liked performing. I did 20 shows, and I couldn't get the smile off my face.

  

  Ansel Elgort
  • Smile
  • Ballet