Shelley Duvall, the fearless Texas-born movie star whose wide-eyed, charismatic presence was a staple in Robert Altman’s films. The Shining By Stanley Kubrick, Dead. She is 75 years old.
Duvall died in her sleep Thursday at her home in Blanco, Texas, said her longtime partner Dan Gilroy.
His friend and publicist Gary Springer said the cause was complications from diabetes.
“My loving, sweet, wonderful partner and friend passed away last night,” Gilroy said in a statement. He has suffered a lot lately and is now free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley. »
While Duvall was attending college in Texas, Altman’s crew was preparing for the shoot. Brewster McCloudMet him at a party in Houston in 1970. He later became Altman’s protégé.
She also played a small role Annie Hall Woody Allen.
In 1977, she shared the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival for her portrayal of Mildred Lammoureaux with Quebec actress Monique Mercure. Three girls D Robert Altman.
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