“When you play a character, you learn the inner workings of someone's heart. I've learned something about myself through every character I've played!”

—  Debby Ryan

Debby Ryan's Winter Fashion And Beauty Tips https://www.seventeen.com/celebrity/a19701/debby-ryan-fashion-interview/ (November 8, 2012)

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