He wrote some of the most enduring musical theater numbers of his era and earned three Tony Awards, a Grammy and an Emmy.

Dear Annie: I’m a mom to a wonderful adult daughter, and we’ve always had a close bond. We live in the same neighborhood, and our grandkids can walk over to our house anytime. We spend a lot ...

Annie (beautifully portrayed by Mosaku), a Hoodoo conjurer, spiritual leader, and healer, is at the center of this tale. The audience hears Annie before we ever see her face. Opening the film ...

Dear Annie: I’m an avid gardener in a suburban neighborhood, and in turn, I meet lots of neighbors. There’s one lady who keeps stopping by with questions about her yard, which I’m happy to ...

Dear Annie: Our group has someone who is an incredibly kind and thoughtful person, but she just can’t seem to be on time no matter what the occasion. For a long time, it was frustrating.

DEAR ANNIE: My oldest son recently got married. As the mother of the groom, I was responsible for the rehearsal dinner but had little say in the wedding or reception. The bride and groom arranged ...

DEAR ANNIE: I am a 26-year-old woman deeply in love with someone my parents can’t stand. He’s not what they envisioned for me; he’s rough around the edges, has tattoos, rides a motorcycle ...

Dear Annie: My younger sister “Kayla” recently moved in with me while she finishes school. I offered because she was struggling financially and I have the space. At first, it felt good to help ...

Dear Annie: I’m a mom to a wonderful adult daughter, and we’ve always had a close bond. We live in the same neighborhood, and our grandkids can walk over to our house anytime. We spend a lot ...

Dear Annie: My wife has given up on life; if she’s refusing all help, what’s left for me? Dear Annie: I cut off my sister when she showed her true colors; years later, I ache to reconnect Dear ...

Dear Annie: Lately, I’ve had a couple of people I barely know ask me if I go to church. I find the question surprisingly personal and uncomfortable to answer. The truth is, I don’t attend ...

Dear Annie: I formed a close bond with my former daughter-in-law when she married my son. Even after their divorce — due to his addiction and abuse — she and the kids lived with us for a while ...