Shelley Duvall, Iconic 'The Shining' Star, Dies at 75
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Shelley Duvall, the actress known for her roles in "The Shining," "Popeye," and several Robert Altman films, has died at the age of 75 due to complications from diabetes. Her partner, Dan Gilroy, confirmed that she passed away in her sleep at her home in Blanco, Texas.
Duvall's career began when she was discovered by crew members of Robert Altman's 1970 film "Brewster McCloud." She went on to star in several of Altman's films, including "McCabe & Mrs. Miller," "Nashville," and "3 Women," for which she won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. Her performance in "3 Women" led Stanley Kubrick to cast her in the iconic role of Wendy Torrance in "The Shining."
In addition to her film work, Duvall created and hosted the children's anthology series "Faerie Tale Theatre," which earned a Peabody Award and several other accolades. Despite retiring from acting in 2002, she remained a beloved figure in her community and among her fans. Tributes have poured in on social media following the announcement of her death.