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

Published on 07/15/2018
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Not For Me

Earlier on, Karen admitted that she wasn’t looking for a relationship due to her busy schedule. She also said it was hard to meet someone when one works in the industry. However, close friends reported that she desired a partner and a family.

Not For Me

Not For Me

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Surprise!

Despite the difficulties, Karen got her wish. She met real estate developer Thomas James Burris in the Beverly Hills Hotel in August 1980. Burris had an 18-year-old son from an earlier marriage and was nine years older than her, but Karen did not mind.

Surprise

Surprise

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