12.07.2024 10:11
Shelley Duvall, the 75-year-old actress who gained a wide fan base with her roles in the films "The Shining" and "Popeye," passed away in her sleep. The famous actress had been going through difficult times due to her diabetes condition for a while.
Famous actress Shelley Duvall, who appeared in successful projects such as The Shining, Annie Hall, and Nashville, has passed away.
"SHE WAS SUFFERING LATELY, NOW SHE IS FREE"
Duvall's partner, Dan Gilroy, announced the sad news, saying, "My good, sweet, and wonderful life partner and friend has left us. She was suffering a lot lately, and now she is finally free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley." Gilroy stated that Duvall, who was 75 years old, passed away in her sleep at her home in Texas due to complications related to diabetes.
SHE PLAYED OLIVE OYL IN POPEYE
Shelley Duvall was awarded the Best Actress prize at the Cannes Film Festival for her role in the 1977 film 3 Women. In 1980, she portrayed the character of Olive Oyl opposite Robin Williams as Popeye in the film Popeye. Duvall appeared in films such as The Shining and Annie Hall, and took a break from the industry for a while. After the hiatus, the talented artist made a comeback with the film The Forest Hills, which was released in 2023.