Closer Weekly

“I need time to breathe, recover and relax.”—Toby Keith TOBY KEITH Reveals Stomach Cancer Diagnosis Country singer Toby Keith has been privately undergoing treatment for stomach cancer, he revealed on Instagram June 12. “I’ve spent the last six months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery,” said Toby, 60, who was diagnosed last fall. “So far, so good.” According to an insider, the “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” star decided to go public about his illness “to raise awareness, especially because he’s so dedicated to his charity, the Toby Keith Foundation,” which helps provide free housing for pediatric cancer patients and their families in Toby’s native Oklahoma. While his upcoming tour dates have been canceled, so that he can focus on his health, Toby remains upbeat. “I am looking forward to spending this time with my…

DIANA ROSS Heart Beats Stop, in the name of love! On June 12, the Motown legend was “proud and pleased” to be sharing the evening with her fans at the UK’s Cambridge Club Festival — the latest tour stop as she promotes her first album in 15 years, Thank You. “[It’s] a love letter of gratitude and appreciation...as you hear my voice, you hear my heart.” HUGH JACKMAN & SUTTON FOSTER Singing Praises Till there was you! On June 12, The Music Man stars gave a showstopping performance at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall for the 75th Tony Awards...even though their Broadway hit didn’t take home any statues. Nevertheless, the revival is still music to Hugh’s ears. “There’s something about this show that buoys me up with an energy that I didn’t think I had,”…

Looking younger than her 89 years, Carol Burnett joined in the celebration as Julie Andrews was recently honored with AFI’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The pair met in 1960 and immediately became close friends. “It was if we’d always known each other,” says Carol. That’s not surprising because Carol has always felt like an old friend to her fans. This down-to earth comic has seen success in theater, film and as an author, but her groundbreaking TV series, The Carol Burnett Show, made her part of the family. “We have all known someone like Carol in our lives,” Kenny Solms, co-creator of Carol’s variety series and author of the memoir Bits, tells Closer. “She’s your best friend from high school, or your neighbor who’s a doll. She’s as American as apple pie.” Her…

I STARTED MY CAREER YOUNG “I was one of those child brats that had a freak singing voice and was performing in vaudeville in England for many years,” says Julie, who made her professional solo debut at the London Hippodrome at age 12. “Then that phenomenal chance to come to Broadway happened, and then eventually that phenomenal chance to come to Hollywood.” DICK VAN DYKE IS A PAL Nearly 60 years after making her film debut in Mary Poppins (for which she won an Oscar), Julie remains close with her co-star Dick Van Dyke. “What a sweetheart he is. The high stepping, those great legs of his that could do anything,” says Julie, 86. “What’s not to love about Dick Van Dyke? He’s adorable.” I’VE TAKEN A FEW FALLS FOR MY CRAFT…

Cancer JUNE 22 – JULY 22 New Moon energy in your sign indicates good things are heading your way. Be optimistic and expect the best from life. Leo JULY 23 – AUG. 22 Take charge of your career and trail your own path to success, Leo. Influential friends can help you make headway. Virgo AUG. 23 – SEPT. 22 Financial opportunities open but be careful not to get involved in risky business. Be romantic to rekindle a love flame. Libra SEPT. 23 – OCT. 22 Life enters a busy and productive phase, and opportunities abound. Don’t get too involved in family issues that don’t concern you. Scorpio OCT. 23 – NOV. 21 With love, be careful not to get infatuated. Everyone has irresistible and irritating qualities; see someone for who they really are. Sagittarius NOV. 22 – DEC. 21 To attract love, think like a romance novelist.…

Building a New Case “The title is Only Murders in the Building, so how many murders can you have? And it turns out, one a year,” quipped Steve Martin as the second season of his series begins. After solving the death of neighbor Tim Kono, those intrepid podcasters Charles (Martin), Oliver (Martin Short) and Mabel (Selena Gomez) are basking in the limelight. But their glory soon turns gory as the Arconia’s board president is found dead in Mabel’s apartment — wearing an Only Murders branded sweatshirt! For co-creator John Hoffman, the comedic possibilities are many with the trio as the prime suspects. “Do you try and exonerate yourself, or do you take advantage of this weird New York–famous moment that happens, where you’re on the front pages?” TUNE IN! Only Murders in…