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ountry music superstar ’s ( page 24) first Christmas album, had good timing. “Being able to get it started before Covid hit was such a blessing,” Carrie says. Her choice of producer, Greg Wells, also helped. “He can play so many instruments at home,” Carrie says. “Somehow it all worked out.” You can watch Carrie perform songs from the album with a live orchestra and choir on HBO Max. Want to read more about Carrie’s childhood? Her book, includes some anecdotes we adapted for this issue, along with the fitness and nutrition advice Carrie relies on. “I want to be healthy and fit 52 weeks a year, but that doesn’t mean I have to be perfect every day,” she says. For more on Carrie’s latest projects, go to .