Shelley Duvall, Star of 'The Shining,' Dies at 75
Beloved actress and Altman muse remembered for iconic roles
Duvall's death was confirmed by her partner, Dan Gilroy
Shelley Duvall, the acclaimed actress best known for her roles in "The Shining" and several Robert Altman films, died on Thursday, July 11, at her home in Blanco, Texas. She was 75.
Duvall's death was confirmed by her partner, Dan Gilroy. No cause of death has been released.
Duvall, who was born in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1949, had always been drawn to the arts. She began studying singing and piano at a young age and later moved to New York City to pursue her dream of becoming an actress.
Duvall's big break came in 1977, when Altman cast her in his film "3 Women." Her performance in the film earned her critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination.
Duvall went on to star in several other Altman films, including "McCabe & Mrs. Miller" (1971), "Nashville" (1975), and "Popeye" (1980). She also had roles in "The Godfather Part II" (1974), "Annie Hall" (1977), and "Breakfast Club" (1985).
Duvall's most iconic role was Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" (1980). Her performance in the film is both terrifying and heartbreaking, and it has become one of the most iconic performances in horror film history.
Duvall's career began to decline in the late 1980s. She struggled with mental illness and substance abuse, and she was often the subject of tabloid headlines.
In recent years, Duvall had largely withdrawn from public life. She lived a quiet life in Texas with Gilroy and her dogs.
Duvall's death is a great loss to the film community. She was a talented actress who made some of the most memorable performances in film history.
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