About Annie Lane

Annie Lane

Annie Lane

Annie Lane grew up in California and headed east to graduate with honors from New York University, where she majored in English literature and specialized in psychology. She earned her Juris Doctor from New York Law School.

Since July 2016, Annie has offered common-sense solutions to everyday problems in her column, “Dear Annie.” Her advice is unusually perceptive. She is firm, funny and sympathetic, echoing the style of her biggest inspiration, Ann Landers.

Annie lives outside Manhattan with her husband, two kids and two dogs. When not writing, she devotes her time to play dates and Play-Doh. 

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Sibling Rivalry Doesn't Always End in Childhood Jun 03, 2026

Dear Annie: My sister and I have always been close. We grew up sharing clothes, secrets and late-night phone calls, and for years I considered her my best friend. But lately, every conversation with her feels less like a conversation and more like a ... Read More

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How To Support a Partner Healing From Trauma Jun 02, 2026

Dear Annie: My soon-to-be fiancee has had an incredibly hard year. She had ankle surgery and a difficult recovery. She worked hard to get her mental health back on track. She gave up drinking for me. She also went through serious family drama after b... Read More

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Father Feels Invisible in Fight Over Inheritance Jun 01, 2026

Dear Annie: Dear Annie: My 90-year-old father has been married to his third wife, who is 85, for nearly 33 years. Between them, they have five adult children: two are his and three are hers. For their entire marriage, they have relied largely on my f... Read More

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Sister-in-Law Dishing Out Insults at Dinner May 31, 2026

Dear Annie: My sister-in-law has turned every family gathering into a courtroom, and somehow I am always the defendant. For years, I have hosted holidays, birthdays and Sunday dinners because I genuinely love having family together. I cook, clean, se... Read More