Audrey Hepbrun's Childhood Home

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Audrey Hepburn's Childhood Home

Brussels


In 1929, My Fair Lady screen superstar Audrey Hepburn was born to a Dutch mother in Brussels. The exterior of their home has a commemorative plaque.

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  • metro: Louise

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