Katie Couric Says Her ‘Level of Empathy Skyrocketed’ After Losing Her Husband and Sister to Cancer (Exclusive)

Katie Couric.Photo:Exact Sciences Exact Sciences Katie Couricwill never stop advocating for people with colon cancer. In a conversation with PEOPLE, the legendary journalist and entrepreneur, 68, opened up about her commitment to raising awareness and funds for colon cancer research for more than two decades. The cause hits close to home. Her first husband Jay Monahan died in 1998 of colon cancer, while her sister Emily died of pancreatic cancer two years later.

Katie Holmes and Erin Napier Are Reaching for This Classic Denim Cut That I’m Adding to My Spring Wardrobe

Photo:Warner Bros/Discovery Warner Bros/Discovery Denim is the year round-staple that won’t ever go out of style, but certain pairs scream that warm weather is near. Celebrities likeHome Town’sErin Napier,Katie Holmes, andMeghan Marklehave been quick to usher in this spring-friendly classic jean style that I plan to reach for all season long. Napier’s relaxed wide-leg jeans, theDuchess of Sussex’s cuffed style, and Holmes’ tried-and-true straight-leg jeans may not seem so similar, but they all have one thing in common: they’re cropped.

Katie Holmes and Glenn Close Convinced Us to Add This Bold Color to Our Wardrobes

Photo:XNY/Star Max/GC Images; MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images XNY/Star Max/GC Images; MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images While neutral tones like black, brown, gray, and beige are the hallmark of a versatile winter wardrobe, they can feel mundane on their own. In search of a colorful pick-me-up, many celebs are leaning into red fashion. Katie Holmes was recently spotted wearing red pleated trousers while out and about in New York City. She completed the look with a black double-breasted coat, an oversized gray beanie, square sunglasses, and white sneakers.

Katie Holmes Ditched Winter Boots in the Dead of Winter for Mary Jane Shoes and Playful Socks

Photo:People / Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images People / Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images Temperatures are literally freezing in New York City right now, but that didn’t stopKatie Holmesfrom breaking out the Mary Janes. In many ways, theOur Townstar looked like a classic urban woman on her way to work in winter, double-fisting Starbucks in sunglasses and along wool coat. But Holmes, 46, switched things up at the ankles, skippingleather bootsand sneakers for a pair of white ballet flats worn over black ankle socks.

Katie Holmes Gives Rare Glimpse of Her Glittering Christmas Decorations: ‘My Favorite Time of Year’

Katie Holmes.Photo:Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage; Katie Holmes/Instagram Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage; Katie Holmes/Instagram Katie Holmesis getting in the holiday spirit! On Monday, Dec. 9, the actress, 45, shared a few snaps on Instagram of her festive decor with a cheery message. “My favorite time of the year….Happy Holiday Season,” Holmes captioned the post. A black-and-white photo posted to her Feed showed a close-up of two glittering deer, the smaller of which featured a set of impressive antlers.