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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Weighed Down While Husband Is Worry-Free Jan 06, 2026

Dear Annie: I'm writing because I can't tell if I'm being too sensitive or if I'm finally seeing something I've been ignoring for years. I'm 46, married, and we have three kids (two teens and one in college). On paper, our life is good. We're busy, w... Read More

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Not My Friends' First Choice Jan 05, 2026

Dear Annie: I am embarrassed to admit this at my age, but I feel like the kid left out at recess. I am in my late 40s, married with kids, a steady job and a calendar that looks full from the outside. But inside I feel lonely. I have plenty of "friend... Read More

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Forced to Make an Impossible Choice Jan 04, 2026

Dear Annie: I never thought I would write to an advice column about this, but I am genuinely torn. I am a 34-year-old woman with two dogs, Bella and Murphy. They are both rescues and have been with me through a breakup, a move and the death of my dad... Read More

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Setting Boundaries With a Dependent Friend Jan 03, 2026

Dear Annie: I previously worked with a woman, "Loretta," who I've maintained a relationship with for over 20 years. We were never close, meeting-for-lunch type friends — more of a talk-once-a-month type. However, this changed when Loretta exper... Read More