Celebrity Stories

When celebrities have true stories of hope and inspiration to tell, they tell them to Guideposts. In these stories by celebrities, in their own words, they open up about the uplifting moments that inspire them and the challenges they’ve overcome. Celebrity stories are not about glamour and fame. Instead, they are about real people who made their dreams come true.

Guideposts Classics: Jimmy Durante’s Four Gifts of Faith

By Jimmy Durante8 min read

In this story from January 1955, beloved entertainer Jimmy Durante tells of a quartet of very special people who blessed his life.

Guideposts Classics: Dale Evans on Finding Time for God

By Dale Evans Rogers8 min read

In this story from November 1958, singer and actress Dale Evans shares how she fit faith into a busy family life.

Author Karen Kingsbury with her daughter and son-in-law

Karen Kingsbury Meets Rod Stewart

Karen Kingsbury recounts an unlikely encounter on NYC’s High Line.

Guideposts Classics: Will Rogers Jr. on His Father’s Life Lessons

By Will Rogers Jr.8 min read

In this story from July 1957, Will Rogers Jr. recalls the wisdom his witty father passed on to him.

Guideposts Classics: Perry Como on Faith, Family and Prayer

By Perry Como8 min read

In this story from December 1953, the popular crooner discusses the importance of faith in his life and career.

Guideposts Classics: Loretta Young on the Power of Love

By Loretta Young7 min read

In this story from November 1952, acclaimed actress Loretta Young reminds us that our actions are measured by how lovingly we perform them.

Guideposts Classics: Lawrence Welk on Coping with Shyness

By Lawrence Welk7 min read

In this story from February 1957, bandleader Lawrence Welk shares the role faith played in overcoming his crippling stage fright.

'Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta' star Lori Allen; photograph by Michael Schwarz

Say Yes to Hope

By Lori Allen9 min read

The star of Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta recalls that her wedding day was the most important of her life…until another day changed her forever.

Guideposts Classics: Andy Griffith on God’s Grace

By Andy Griffith8 min read

In this story from November 1996, the beloved actor shares how he came to rely on God’s grace and the love of his wife as he battled a mysterious illness.