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.
Positive Thinker: Bear Grylls, Host of 'Running Wild,' Author of 'Never Give Up'
The famed adventurer and television host on facing his fears, his remote vacation hideaway and his deep respect for teachers.
Guideposts Classics: Mary Pickford on the Blessings of Children
In this story from 1948, movie legend Mary Pickford shares how the two children she adopted with her husband, actor and singer Buddy Rogers, enriched their lives.
Amy Grant: Prayer Brought Me Through Heart Surgery
The singer and songwriter shares how her faith—and a particular spiritual practice—helped her get through a health crisis.
Positive Thinker: Mike Rowe, Host of 'Dirty Jobs,' Author, Producer
The Emmy-winning TV host and author reveals his real-life heroes, his favorite inspiring Scripture, and the hardest thing he’s ever done
Guideposts Classics: Clint Walker on Praying for Help
In this story from November 1971, the star of the popular western TV series Cheyenne tells how his life was changed by the accident that almost killed him.
Bubba Watson: How Faith Helped Him Conquer His Anxiety
Champion golfer Bubba Watson's success on the PGA tour was nearly overshadowed by a lifelong disorder.
Bubba Watson on the Bible and the Lessons His Parents Taught Him
The golf superstar and two-time Masters champion discusses the role that the Bible plays in his life and career and shares key lessons his parents taught him.
Guideposts Says Goodbye: Notable Deaths of 2021
As 2021 comes to a close, Guideposts pauses to remember some of the inspiring individuals who left us this past year.
Kristin Chenoweth: The Gift That Taught Her the Meaning of Christmas
As a teen, the award-winning actress and singer wanted Gloria Vanderbilt jeans, but the gift she received instead proved to be much more meaningful.
Guideposts Classics: Naomi Judd on Stepping Out in Faith
In this story from January 2003, musician and author Naomi Judd recalls how faith led her to a successful career and helped her cope with a hepatitis C diagnosis.
Kristin Chenoweth on Her Love of Guideposts
The award-winning singer and actress shares favorite Christmas memories and reveals how she came to love Guideposts magazine.
Kristin Chenoweth on 'Happiness Is ... Christmas'
The award-winning actress and singer discusses her eclectic new holiday album, which includes brand new songs and plenty of old favorites, too.
Guideposts Classics: Colin Powell on the Value of Dedication
In this story from November 1991, the former U.S. Secretary of State reminds us that whatever we do in life, someone is always watching.
For Patti LaBelle, Cooking Is a Family Tradition
This legendary singing star makes desserts to sing about.
Positive Thinker: Amy Grant, Singer, Songwriter, Musician
The Grammy and Dove Award winner on her favorite place to pray, her go-to Bible verses and a secret talent you likely didn't know she had.
Harry Connick Jr.’s Powerful Lesson on Faith
Like many of us, the pandemic left the musician and actor feeling isolated, but it also opened the door to something deeper in his music and in his soul.
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To find a friend one must close one eye. To keep him…two.
