Phillips’ talent eventually led her to the national spotlight. She appeared on the popular TV game show To Tell the Truth , where a panel had to guess which of three young women was the "real" girl ventriloquist. Her success also extended internationally; after winning a teen talent competition, she and Pipsqueak embarked on a three-week tour of Europe, showcasing the universal appeal of their act.
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