"Keith Urban did the right thing by stepping away from the music—and all that goes with it—to work on himself"
J.I.L.
via e-mail
Anyone who has seen Keith Urban perform can tell you that he is an amazingly talented musician and entertainer. After reading your interview with him, we can see that he lives his life with the same honesty and pure emotion that he sings about in his songs. It is wonderful that Keith has found his soulmate in Nicole and peace in his first year of sobriety. Thank you for your story about this extraordinary artist.
Kathy Lawler
Cicero, N.Y.
Keith sings a song in which he says, "Everyone has a story to tell." Truer words were never spoken. Thanks to Keith for sharing his story with all of us, and thanks to his beautiful wife for inspiring him to be a "better man." Mission accomplished, mate!
Kip Frerichs
Raleigh, N.C.
OPRAH WINFREY
Kudos to Oprah for going to her Leadership Academy in South Africa and apologizing to the students' parents. Oprah has selflessly done so much for people worldwide, especially in Africa, that we shouldn't condemn her for the misconduct of others. She has taken responsibility for the people she hired and will deal with this situation as she does with all things: admirably.
Lynda Drew
Danville, Calif.
ROBERT GOULET
When I was 10 years old, I was taking a ballroom dance class with Fred Kelly (Gene Kelly's brother). During one of the classes, a very handsome young man stopped by to visit. His charm caused all of the girls in the class to release a collective sigh. As the music began, he walked up to me and asked if I would honor him with a dance. When I think of that moment, I still smile—47 years later. That is the Robert Goulet I will always remember.
Wendy Haas
Atlanta, Ga.
KATE HUDSON
Could someone please point out to Kate Hudson that her son Ryder is in dire need of a haircut? I'm sure he would be absolutely adorable if he looked like a little boy instead of a little girl.
Kathie Rementer
Yardville, N.J.
HUNTER TYLO
My heart goes out to Hunter Tylo. I remember when her little girl was diagnosed with eye cancer. I grabbed my daughter and gave her a big hug. Now she has to deal with the horrible loss of her 19-year-old son. It is not going to be easy for her. This I know. That beautiful daughter I hugged is also gone. At the age of 19, she was killed by a drunk driver. Not a day goes by that my family doesn't think of her. Just so Hunter knows, I am praying for her.
Bill Seng
via e-mail
HOPING FOR A CURE
Readers voiced sympathy for Don and Natalie Wallace, whose 2-year-old son Ben is showing symptoms of the same mysterious blood and immunological disease that killed his brother Zachary in 2005. "The Wallaces are the epitome of the word hope," writes Debbie Lacovara of Limerick, Pa. "They remain optimistic that their story will one day be read by someone who holds some answers." Chantel Timmons of Burdett, Alta., notes that in spite of their loss, "Don and Natalie have learned to focus on what's important in their lives now—the family that is still here. I hope they find a cure for Ben's illness, as well as the courage to keep fighting." While the Wallaces continue to search for someone who can diagnose Ben's ailment, their Zachary G. Wallace Fund raises money for children who have suffered physical injury or disability.
Correction
In our Nov. 26 issue, we incorrectly stated that a seam in the leather Versace pants Angelina Jolie wore to the London premiere of Beowulf had split. We regret the error.
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