Shelley Duvall, ‘The Shining’ Star, Dead at 75

Shelley Duvall, the big-eyed distinctive actress known for her memorable roles in films such as The Shining and Popeye, passed away on July 11, 2024, at 75.

Born on July 7, 1949, in Fort Worth, Texas, Duvall began her acting career in the 1970s, quickly gaining recognition for her work with director Robert Altman in films like Brewster McCloud and Nashville. However, it was her portrayal of Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick’s horror classic The Shining, which she played opposite Jack Nicholson, that cemented her status as a film icon.

Duvall’s performance, characterized by her intense emotional depth and vulnerability, remains one of the most acclaimed in horror cinema. Her success in the industry was reflected by her net worth of $500 thousand at the time of her death.

Illness and death

Duvall passed away in her sleep at home in Blanco, Texas. She was 75. According to her partner of over 30 years, Dan Gilroy, she passed away in her sleep. The cause of death was complications due to complications from diabetes she had been battling for several years.

Gilroy expressed his sorrow over his partner’s death “My dear, sweet, wonderful life, partner, and friend left us last night. Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away beautiful Shelley.”