Oh how we've missed Kate Walsh!

After abandoning us and leaving us photo-less for months on end, she resurfaced at the Butterfly Ball looking lovely enough to render herself instantly forgiven.

Then today, she popped up at the Van Nuys Airport with producer hubby Alex Young and actor Aaron Eckhart.  We were tha-rilled to see her... until we realized:  She's at an airport.  Oh no!  She's leaving us again!

Well, something is better than nothing, right?  And it's great to see her hair in the redder range again.

Any of you Walshaholics know what's up with Eckhart in the mix?












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At first, we thought the Butterfly Ball was some sort of awesome adult prom to which we weren't invited.

Then, upon Googling, we discovered it's an annual fundraiser that benefits Crysalis, an L.A.-based organization that helps homeless men and women find jobs.

Hooray for good causes and double plus good for combining them with pretty people!

Several of our (and your) favorites came out to a private residence to lend their support.

Newlyweds Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller, back in town and looking radiant Kate Walsh, handsome and hilarious Jason Bateman with Amanda Anka, Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart (in a dress with a really cool leather neckline),  Balthazar and Rosetta Getty, Camille Guaty looking a bit like a butterfly, Rachael Harris, Katherine Heigl (love that super pale lavender), Jordana Brewster, Justin Chambers and wife Keisha (think they settled on a school?), Mila Kunis (we're less than lukewarm on the makeup), Eva Mendes, and, of course, Ashton Kutcher clutching his (not frumpy) lady Demi Moore.

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We have a mega-fix for the Walshaholics today.

Kate Walsh was busy busy on Wednesday.  First, she dropped by a local nursery with that handsome fellow (her gardener?) to browse the flowers and shrubbery.

Then, she met up with friends at Yuca's (the place Eric Dane was gushing about on Oprah) where she chowed down on tacos.  Mmmm!  After the meal, Kate toted her Coke (not Diet-- go girl!) back to her red Rover.  She was accompanied by a gal pal with an adorable Yorkie pup!  His ha-uge ears render him a bit Ewok, yeah?

Then, Kate went to get her hair did at Chris McMillan's salon (much like she did here).  She finished up the day with a trip to the Death Star, aka, the Creative Artists Agency's ginormo headquarters in Century City.

Whew!  We are exhausted just thinking about all that!

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Welcome back Walsh-Lovers.  We think there could be a better name for y'all, so we're taking suggestions.

Walshaholics?

Anyway...

Today, the lovely Kate Walsh headed back to the other Kate.  Somerville, to be specific.  We've seen lady Walsh hit up the Skin Health Experts in the past... and it's making us think we should get ourselves over there for a little dermatologic review.

On her way back to the valet, it certainly looks like Kate made the pro-parker's afternoon.

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After spending the afternoon visiting a friend's Westwood apartment, Private Practice star Kate Walsh and her producer husband Alex Young stopped by Sandbag's Gourmet Sandwiches to grab some grub to-go.

The couple gave the cameras friendly smiles (per their usual-- thanks) before Alex helped Kate into the car.  The two took off to enjoy their Sandbag's sammies elsewhere.

11 Kate & Alex pics in the gallery, for all you Walsh-lovers!











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After visiting Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts on Melrose Place, Kate Walsh headed over to the Juan Juan Salon in Beverly Hills for a little beauty pampering.

Nothing relieves the stress of a whirlwind publicity tour like a hearty dose of retail therapy. Just ask Kate Walsh--if you can pull her away from the clothing racks long enough to get an answer from her.

In Sydney to promote Private Practice, Walsh and hubby Alex Young hit the trendy boutiques of that city's Paddington district with credit cards a-blazing. The couple dropped a bundle on Scanlon & Theodore tops and Tsubi jeans.

Go for it, Kate! A girl's gotta look stylish when she's on the PR trail. And we love the way you seem to be consoling Alex with a pat on the back of the head as he endures the shopping process.

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It's nice to know that it's not only the little people who are inconvenienced by the TSA in this post-9/11 age.

Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice star Kate Walsh's travel plans were slightly delayed as she attempted to board a flight at Los Angeles International Airport yesterday, as security pulled her aside for an extra wave of the wand and a bit of hands-on scrutiny.

Hmm; perhaps the GPS chip that we secretly implanted in her brain last week set off the metal detectors.

Whatever the reason for the search, Walsh remained gracious throughout the ordeal, flashing her million-watt smile even while being interrogated.

The security staff eventually cut her loose and sent her on her merry way, but have no fear, Kate; you'll always be on our watch list.

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"Private Practice" star Kate Walsh finds out there's nowhere to hide from photographers, not even in an underground parking garage! Kate visited a Century City office building yesterday and was spotted at the cashier, paying for her space. The 40-year-old actress, as always was impeccably dressed - this time in a gray mock turtleneck, jeans and a  black coat - and she still has that newlywed glow! What's more impressive is that she got a parking space - in LA!

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Now that "Private Practice" star Kate Walsh has finished her international travel promoting her show as well as attending the nuptials of former co-star Katherine Heigl, she has time to take care of her own business. She and hubby Alex Young spent the day looking for furniture in LA to fill the $4.75 million Spanish-style home they purchased last summer. Alex picked up a book, "Hip Hollywood Homes" for inspiration. Might I say, Kate looks so classy in her slacks and turtleneck combo - you know this lady can pick out some cool furniture!

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Kate Walsh, who's been on a globe-trotting tour promoting her show "Private Practice," was again spotted at the airport. This time, however she's heading home. She and hubby Alex Young spent the weekend in Park City, Utah attending the nuptials of Kate's former "Grey's Anatomy" co-star Katherine Heigl, who married long-time boyfriend Josh Kelley in a low-key ceremony on Sunday. Jet-setting Kate looks fab, I'd love to know how she gets over jet lag!

"Grey's Anatomy" star Kate Walsh headed to one of the most romantic places in the world, Rome, without her hubby Alex Young. The actress went on her Italian getaway (which an insightful reader pointed out was actually a promotional tour for her show "Private Practice")  with her manager and make-up artist, and they managed to take in the sights of the city in a busy day which included a little shopping and sightseeing. Kate even managed to make a stop at the legendary Trevi Fountain, where she tossed a coin and made a wish. What did she wish for? An end to the writers' strike perhaps? Maybe she wished that she would hear the pitter-patter of little feet soon (it's the latest trend!).

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