Shows Cancelled
The duo’s fame held burdens, that much was obvious. At the height of their career, the duo was under a lot of stress. Karen was dieting excessively to catch up with the shows. In 1975, her illness became so severe and the pair had to cancel shows in Japan, the Philippines, and the UK.
Shows Cancelled
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Seeking Help
Karen finally sought the help of Steven Levenkron, a psychotherapist based in New York City. Richard wasn’t happy with the way the professional was handling his sister’s case. Despite her brother’s disapproval, Karen continued to see Levenkron. However, she called him one day and reported that she was feeling unwell and that her heart was “beating funny”.
Seeking Help