She was the first in a long line of celebrities to suffer from an eating disorder during an era when the vastly misunderstood phenomenon brought shame and public humiliation.
For the first time, we hear Karen Carpenter’s personal struggle in her own voice through never-before-released recordings—and through the legendary voices of those who knew her and were inspired by her music.
As the #1 American musical act of the 1970s, the Carpenters were on “Top of the World,” producing a string of pop masterpieces, including “Close to You,” “We’ve Only Just Begun,” and “Rainy Days and Mondays.” But behind closed doors, Karen’s quest for perfection resulted in low self-esteem, a disheartening love life, and a public battle with anorexia nervosa, which resulted in her untimely death at the age of only 32.
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This video is approximately five minutes in length. To attend the world premiere please find tickets and more information here.
Debbie Allen says
Hope it streams quickly! Carpenters was the first concert I ever attended. Loved her and still listen to them!
H.Ramos says
Karen was and still Awesome. I miss her Voice and when she sings Im taken to a very special place.