US actress Shelley Duvall, widely celebrated for her roles in iconic films such as The Shining, Annie Hall, and Nashville, has passed away at the age of 75. The heartbreaking news was confirmed by her partner, Dan Gilroy, to The Hollywood Reporter.
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“My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us. Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley,” Gilroy expressed, highlighting the deep loss and the end of her recent struggles.
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Duvall died peacefully in her sleep at her home in Texas due to complications from diabetes, as reported by Gilroy. Her death marks the end of a remarkable and, at times, tumultuous career in Hollywood.
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Duvall’s career was marked by a series of notable performances. In 1977, she delivered a stunning performance in Robert Altman’s drama 3 Women, earning her the Cannes Film Festival’s Best Actress award and a BAFTA nomination. Just three years later, she endeared audiences as Olive Oyl in Altman’s musical adaptation of Popeye, starring opposite Robin Williams.
Despite her early success, Duvall’s presence in Hollywood waned, leading to a two-decade absence from the screen. However, she made a triumphant return in 2023 with her role in The Forest Hills, marking a significant comeback.
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