Kathy Lette
Kathy Lette is an Australian author and screenwriter known for her sharp wit and feminist themes in her writing. With a career spanning several decades, she has penned numerous bestselling novels, including 'How to Kill Your Husband' and 'The Revenge Club,' which often explore the complexities of womanhood, aging, and societal expectations. Lette's work is characterized by its humor and candidness, addressing issues such as sexism and the challenges faced by women in contemporary society. In her recent reflections, she candidly discusses the experience of discovering her first grey pubic hair, using it as a metaphor for broader societal attitudes towards aging women in a culture that often prioritizes youth and beauty.
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Kathy Lette is a writer and was Kim Williams' first wife.
The ABC Chair on Chronic Pain, AI, and ‘Hideous’ Editorial Blunders
Australia· 2026-02-26
Kathy Lette is a celebrated writer known for her books and her humorous take on women's lives post-menopause.
Lunch with author Kathy Lette on ageing fabulously … and giving cheek to the KingAustralia· 2026-02-03
British-Australian novelist Kathy Lette argued that audiences should be trusted to make up their minds about all speakers.
How Adelaide Writers' Week imploded after axing Palestinian author
United Kingdom· 2026-01-13
Author Kathy Lette called him 'one of the wittiest people I ever met' and said on X that 'a conversation with him left you reeling from irreverent and imaginative quip-lash.'
Tom Stoppard, playwright of dazzling wit and playful erudition, dies aged 88 | Tom StoppardUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-29
Kathy Lette declared the election of Mamdani 'an inoculation against pessimism'.
People who vote for Zohran Mamdani and the teals have one thing in commonAustralia· 2025-11-16
Kathy Lette wrote an article mocking the anxieties of the former First Lady.
Qual síndrome do ninho vazio qual carapuça! | Podcast Birras de Mãe
Portugal· 2025-09-19
Kathy Lette is captured in a semi-surrealist portrait that reflects her mischievous spirit.
A guide for the people who don’t speak artAustralia· 2025-05-15
Notable attendee author Kathy Lette was present at the gala for Australian wildlife.
Edward Hoddle and London’s elite raise funds for koalas and Australian Wildlife ConservancyAustralia· 2025-05-12
Kathy Lette is mentioned as the former wife of Kim Williams.
Media Watch’s Kim Williams Austen Tayshus saga hands win to ABC boss Hugh MarksAustralia· 2025-05-01
This year’s Archibald prize finalists include author Kathy Lette.
Jason Phu portrait by Abdul Abdullah wins Packing Room PrizeAustralia· 2025-05-01
Kathy Lette is the author of the novel 'The Revenge Club', which discusses the challenges faced by middle-aged women.
A moment that changed me: I found my first grey pubic hair | WomenUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23