Surprise!
In spite of the challenges, Karen got what she wanted. In August of 1980, she met Thomas James Burris, a real estate developer, at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Burris was previously married, had an 18-year-old, and was nine years her senior, but she did not mind.

Surprise
A Perfect Suitor
39-year-old Tom Burris seemed like he would be a perfect match for Karen. At least that was what she thought. Burris was nice, attractive, and very generous…yet, things would come crashing down even before they would tie the knot.

A Perfect Suitor