1.   As with any true diva, Carr also has picked up her share of, shall we say, unusual fans.

2.   For a true diva, technique is irrelevant.

3.   Like every true diva, she has a story of adversity followed by triumph.

4.   Like any true diva, Ms. Franklin is huge.

5.   Today there is only one true diva, and she does not stalk opera houses.

6.   A true diva would have blown off the interview.

7.   In true diva fashion, she has handled the incessant attention with aplomb.