Actor and film star Shelley Duvall has died. She was 75 years old. Duvall’s death was confirmed by Duvall’s life partner, Dan Gilroy. According to Gilroy, Duvall was at her personal residence in Blanco, Texas at the time of her death and died in her sleep due to complications from diabetes. “My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us. Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley,” Gilroy told The Hollywood Reporter.
Ever the talented thespian, Duvall is perhaps best known for her roles in “The Shining,” “McCabe & Mrs. Miller,” “Nashville,” “Popeye” and “3 Women.”
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