Happy Birthday, Courtney Love

Whether you love her or hate her, you’ve got to admit that Courtney Love is looking amazing these days. Far from the days of little-girl dresses, smudged lipstick and tiaras, Courtney is being papped out and about looking glossy, stylish and – gasp – groomed. She’s turning 46 today, and mad props to her – the girl looks good.

The infamous widow of grunge singer Kurt Cobain, who committed suicide in 1994, has had a rough time with the media in the last few years and has been photographed countless times looking less than her best; she’s been constantly under criticism for her struggle to kick addictions to prescription drugs, her emaciated frame (it’s believed that she’s been struggling with an eating disorder) and her wild-eyed, shabby demeanor. Unlike many other celebrities who have been in the media’s line of fire for the past few years, she’s been refreshingly frank and honest about her struggles. Artist Stella Vine, who has used Courtney as a subject for her paintings several times, said on the singer: “She’s one of those people who are prepared to put the truth out, warts and all, even though you will be attacked for it.” It’s Courtney’s honesty that makes me love her, and it’s great to see her looking healthy and beautiful again.

Happy 46th birthday Courtney – you’re looking great.