Shelley Duvall, Star of 'The Shining,' Dead at 73
Actress known for her iconic roles in 'The Shining' and 'Popeye'
Duvall passed away in her home in Texas
Hollywood is mourning the loss of Shelley Duvall, the actress best known for her iconic roles in the horror classic 'The Shining' and the musical fantasy 'Popeye.' Duvall's partner, Dan Gilroy, confirmed her death on July 11, 2024. She was 73.
Duvall's career spanned four decades, and she appeared in over 60 films and television shows. She earned critical acclaim for her performances in Robert Altman's films 'MASH' (1970), 'McCabe & Mrs. Miller' (1971), and 'Nashville' (1975). However, it was her role as Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining' (1980) that cemented her place in cinema history.
Duvall's portrayal of the isolated and terrorized mother was both heartbreaking and terrifying. Her performance helped to make 'The Shining' one of the most iconic horror films of all time. Duvall also received praise for her role as Olive Oyl in Robert Altman's 'Popeye' (1980), a musical adaptation of the popular comic strip. Her portrayal of the sweet and naive Olive was a perfect complement to Robin Williams' manic performance as Popeye.
Duvall's later career was marked by struggles with mental illness. She retreated from the public eye and rarely gave interviews. Her death has been met with an outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues alike.
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