They Were ‘On Top Of The World’: The Real Story Of The Carpenters

Published on 07/15/2018
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Mommy Issues

Sadly the love that Karen shared with those around her was not always reciprocated by those who she expected love from. The greatest example was her mother, who was known to be a difficult and strict woman. Karen constantly felt the need to be accepted and loved by her mother.

Mommy Issues

Mommy Issues

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Brother Issues

Although she and Richard were close and performed together, there were personal issues that were eating at her. Richard was supposedly a workaholic who couldn’t let Karen do anything without his supervision. She craved independence, especially since he decided when shows would occur or be cancelled.

Brother Issues

Brother Issues

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