Last of Canada's Dionne Quintuplets Passes Away at 91

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Last of Canada's Dionne Quintuplets Passes Away at 91
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Annette Dionne, the last surviving member of Canada's famous Dionne quintuplets born in 1934, has died at age 91. The quintuplets, the first known to survive infancy, became a global sensation during their childhood, but their upbringing was controversial due to government intervention and exploitation. Annette was known for advocating children's rights and maintaining their legacy through the Dionne Quints Museum.

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