HOLLYWOOD, CA. (THECOUNT) — Shelley Duvall, the beloved actress known for her iconic role in Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining,” has passed away at the age of 75 after a painful battle with diabetes. Shelley was discovered in Texas by director Robert Altman and starred in several of his movies, including “3 Women” and “Thieves Like Us.”
She also famously portrayed Olive Oyl in the film “Popeye” alongside Robin Williams. Shelley had been under hospice care and bedridden for the last few months due to complications from diabetes. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Texas, as confirmed by her life partner, Dan Gilroy.
In 2016, she appeared on “Dr. Phil” to discuss her struggles with mental illness. Shelley Duvall’s remarkable talent and unforgettable performances will be greatly missed.
DEVELOPING::
CALERA, AL. (THECOUNT) — Jennifer Talley, 23, of Calera, has been identified as the woman…
AUSTIN, Texas (THECOUNT) — In the hours after news broke of James Van Der Beek’s…
AUSTIN, Texas (THECOUNT) — James Van Der Beek, the actor best known for starring as…
TUMBLER RIDGE, BC (THECOUNT) — UPDATE: Officials have identified the deceased suspect as 18-year-old Jesse…
LAUREL, NE (THECOUNT) — Ryan Sevening, 50, of Vermillion, South Dakota, was killed Tuesday evening…
ANDROSCOGGIN COUNTY, ME. (THECOUNT) — Dylan Sanphy, 26, has been identified as the driver killed…